Worker Rights and Support Act

HR 8911, the Worker Rights and Support Act, requires most employers to provide specific breaks to employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act. It mandates 30-minute meal breaks after 6 hours of work (unpaid unless work continues), 10-minute rest breaks every 4 hours (paid), and medical breaks (up to 20 minutes per need, paid) for documented health conditions. The bill ensures breaks are paid if employees aren't fully relieved of work duties or can't leave the premises. It does not override collective bargaining agreements or stricter state laws, and adds enforcement penalties for violations of these break requirements.