Overview

• Pedro Haces, Morena’s political operator in the Chamber of Deputies, reaffirmed that the 40-hour standard will be implemented gradually and be fully in place by 2030.
• The Labor Ministry’s draft roadmap outlines yearly cuts: 46 hours in 2026, 44 in 2027, 42 in 2028, 41 in 2029, and 40 in 2030.
• Haces said essential industries that cannot halt operations may require longer shifts for some employees with corresponding overtime pay.
• The government frames the phased transition as a way to avoid abrupt shocks for employers and to build consensus with unions and business groups.
• Comparative reporting highlights Canada’s 40-hour norm, with overtime typically at 1.5x after 40 hours and strict timekeeping requirements for employers.