Overview
- El Economista reports closed-door talks are defining a phased transition that could begin in 2026, with some sources pointing to a tentative May 1 start that has not been officially announced.
- Major union centers say they will present a unified position before the congressional debate, calling for a gradual application with full pay and benefits protection and safeguards for workers without collective contracts.
- The Partido del Trabajo filed a proposal to cap the week at 40 hours, guarantee two consecutive weekend rest days, and pay a 25% premium for weekend work, and its leaders say they will push to accelerate a plenary discussion.
- President Claudia Sheinbaum has confirmed that Labor Secretary Marath Bolaños will present the government initiative in November, and Congress could take up the measure quickly once it arrives.
- Roughly 30 million salaried workers exceed 40 hours a week, PT estimates suggest employer costs would rise by up to 6%, and CEESP and Banamex warn GDP could slip if hours fall abruptly without investment in training and technology.