Overview
- The Labor Ministry is expected to submit the initiative to Congress on November 20, with the current session ending December 15 and any delay pushing debate to February 1, 2026.
- Technical outlines reported by EY México describe five phases starting May 1, 2026: 46 hours in 2026, 44 in 2027, 42 in 2028, 41 in 2029 and 40 in 2030.
- Labor organizations plan nationwide demonstrations on November 23, including a Mexico City march from the Zócalo to the Senate at 10 a.m., and events in Saltillo and Torreón, rejecting a years‑long timetable.
- Analysts warn micro, small and medium firms could face 22–36% higher labor costs without support, urging tax incentives, longer transition periods and technical assistance to avoid greater informality.
- Key details remain undecided, including sectoral exceptions, overtime management, potential pilot tests and fiscal measures, with the government saying talks continue toward a consensual design.