How does the approved 40-hour workweek in Mexico compare with the rest of Latin America? (and why Argentina is a separate case)
The Mexican Congress has approved a constitutional amendment to gradually reduce the workweek from 48 to 40 hours by 2030, igniting a regional debate on labor hours in Latin America.
The 40-hour workday: between social justice and business reality
The Mexican Chamber of Deputies approved a historic reform to gradually reduce the workweek from 48 to 40 hours by 2030, reflecting broad political consensus on expanding labor rights.
40-Hour Workday Advances: Deputies Approve Initiative Without Second Day Off
A reform to reduce Mexico's workweek from 48 to 40 hours has been approved by the Chamber of Deputies, though it does not include a second mandatory day off.
Labor Minister: 'Two extra hours that could be increased can be paid in money or with time'
The Ecuadorian Labor Minister announced a proposal that allows for two additional working hours to be compensated either financially or with time off, clarifying that the 40-hour workweek remains unchanged.
Máynez calls for guaranteeing two days of rest per week amid discussion on 40-hour work week
Jorge Álvarez Máynez, national coordinator of Movimiento Ciudadano, emphasizes the need for ensuring two days of rest per week as the proposal for a 40-hour work week is discussed in the Mexican Chamber of Deputies.
Marath Bolaños denies that the reduction of the workweek means less rest
Marath Bolaños, Mexico's Secretary of Labor, denies claims that the recent constitutional reform reducing the workweek from 48 to 40 hours will lead to less rest for workers.
Monreal announces date for the approval of the 40-hour workweek in San Lázaro
Ricardo Monreal has announced the scheduled date for the discussion and voting of a reform to reduce the workweek from 48 to 40 hours in the Mexican Congress.
Morena 'freezes' discussion on the 40-hour workweek initiative in the Chamber of Deputies
Morena has decided to pause the discussion on the 40-hour workweek initiative for two weeks to allow more time for analysis and consultations.
40-Hour Reform Does Not Guarantee 2 Days of Rest: 'Morena Betrayed Workers,' Criticizes MC
Jorge Álvarez Máynez, leader of Movimiento Ciudadano, criticized the Morena party for not including two mandatory days off in a labor reform that reduces the workweek to 40 hours, claiming it betrays workers' rights.
'We have fulfilled': Sheinbaum avoids talking about the 2 days off in labor reform of 40 hours
Claudia Sheinbaum refrains from supporting the explicit inclusion of two days off in the upcoming labor reform that reduces the workweek to 40 hours, raising concerns about workers' rights.
Sheinbaum celebrates approval of the 40-hour workday: "It will be implemented gradually"
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum hailed the Senate's approval of a reduction in the workweek to 40 hours, implementing it gradually in the coming years alongside an increase in the minimum wage.
Will the 40-hour workweek affect businesses? This is what you need to know
Mexico's Senate has approved a proposal for a 40-hour workweek, with gradual implementation expected to take effect by May 2026, raising questions about its impact on businesses.
Confirmed. Starting today, you will work two hours less thanks to the 40-hour workweek in Mexico
Mexico's Senate has approved a gradual reduction of the workweek from 48 to 40 hours, starting with a two-hour decrease in 2027.
What are the main modifications to the 40-hour workweek in Mexico? How it will affect underage workers
The article discusses the recent constitutional reform in Mexico that reduces the workweek from 48 to 40 hours, aimed at benefiting workers' well-being and productivity.
Deputies authorize immediate referral to committees for the 40-hour workweek project
The Mexican Chamber of Deputies has approved an immediate referral to committees for a constitutional reform project to reduce the workweek from 48 to 40 hours.
The 40-Hour Workweek Is Coming: Senate Approves Reduction of Work Hours
The Mexican Senate has unanimously approved a constitutional reform to reduce the workweek from 48 to 40 hours, to be implemented gradually by 2030.
Senate approves the general 40-hour workweek; discussion continues on particular points
The Mexican Senate has unanimously approved a constitutional reform to reduce the weekly work hours from 48 to 40, benefiting approximately 65% of the population.
Senate committees approve 40-hour workweek; moves to full house
Mexican Senate committees unanimously approved a constitutional reform to reduce the workweek from 48 to 40 hours, benefitting 13.5 million workers.
Morena in San Lázaro reaffirms commitment to approve a 40-hour workweek
The Morena parliamentary group in the Chamber of Deputies reaffirmed its commitment to approve a constitutional reform to reduce the workweek from 48 to 40 hours once the Senate sends it to San Lázaro.
V wants to abolish the 40-hour workweek: 'A demand'
The Left Party is advocating for the abolition of the 40-hour workweek and aims to present this proposal in upcoming government negotiations after the election.
Decaffeinated reform of the 40 hours: no one will be happy
The upcoming Senate discussions on the 40-hour workweek reform are set to disappoint everyone, despite being a step forward for workers' rights.
What has happened with the 40-hour workweek in Mexico? These are the advances of the proposal: objectives, benefits, and how workers' hours will be established.
The 40-hour workweek in Mexico is on the verge of becoming a reality, with a formal proposal now under analysis by the Congress and a potential Senate approval date in sight.
Labor Secretary opens the possibility of the 40-hour reform including two days off
The Labor Secretary, Marath Baruch Bolaños, has opened the possibility for the 40-hour workweek reform to include days off for every five days worked.
With electronic registration, compliance with working hours will be verified: Marath Bolaños
The Minister of Labor, Marath Bolaños López, announced the implementation of a mandatory electronic registration system to ensure compliance with the new 40-hour workweek by monitoring workers' entry and exit times.
Opinion on 40-hour workweek could be ready next week, says Laura Castillo
Laura Itzel Castillo, the President of the Senate Board, confirmed that the final details of the bill to establish a 40-hour workweek are being finalized and expressed confidence that the document will be ready by next week.
'Cat for a hare with the 40-hour reform': Will extra time be up to 12 hours per day?
Jorge Álvarez Máynez criticized the proposed 40-hour workweek reform, claiming it allows for up to 12 hours of overtime per day and will not fully take effect until 2030, calling it a deceptive simulation.
40-hour workweek reform: How will the reduction be applied year by year? This is what we know
The Mexican Senate has received a bill to reduce the workweek to 40 hours, which will be implemented gradually without mandatory two-day weekends, aiming to benefit millions of workers under President Claudia Sheinbaum's initiative.