Overview
- Mexico’s current Federal Labor Law caps regular work at 48 hours per week across defined shift types.
- President Claudia Sheinbaum reaffirmed support for a 40‑hour week and said she expects to present a consensual proposal this month, noting a 2026 wage adjustment is also forthcoming.
- RÉCORD reports the Labor Ministry plans to submit the initiative on November 20 for congressional debate, with a tentative vote target of December 15 or a return to discussion on February 1, 2026, details not yet officially confirmed.
- The reported design phases the reduction to 46 hours in 2026, 44 in 2027, 42 in 2028, 41 in 2029, and 40 in 2030.
- Coverage describes three implementation models under consideration and a guarantee of two mandatory rest days: shorter daily hours across six days, a five‑day schedule of eight‑hour shifts, or four 10‑hour days.