On February 11, 2023, the Mexican Senate passed a landmark reform aimed at reducing the standard workweek from 48 hours to 40 hours. The decision received overwhelming support, passing with 121 votes in favor, and it marks a significant shift in labor policy. The reform is set to be implemented gradually over the next several years, culminating in its full effect by 2030. There are ongoing discussions regarding the reserved articles of the bill that still need to be addressed, particularly concerning the formalities of implementation and workers' rights to additional days off.

The reform also addresses overtime regulations, increasing the maximum number of allowable extra hours from nine to twelve, with a bonus pay rate for those exceeding the standard hours, excluding workers under the age of eighteen. This decision was made in the context of growing concerns about workers' rights and the need for greater work-life balance in Mexico, as many workers struggle with long hours that limit their time for family and personal pursuits.

Although members of the opposition supported the bill, they raised concerns regarding the necessity for more comprehensive provisions on rest days and overall work-life quality. They stressed the realities faced by employees, particularly in relation to commuting and the effective time available to them for leisure and personal activities after fulfilling work obligations, highlighting a continuing dialogue on labor rights and conditions in Mexico.