The bill amends existing laws regarding employment, specifically focusing on voluntary flexible work hour plans and the employment of minors in Alaska. It introduces new provisions that allow employees to work under a flexible plan not exceeding 40 hours a week and 12 hours a day, provided there is a written agreement between the employee and employer that outlines the hours worked. Additionally, the bill removes the previous requirement for a certificate from the department stating the work limits and instead allows for overtime compensation for hours exceeding the new limits.

Furthermore, the bill lowers the age at which minors can be employed from 17 to 16 years, allowing them to work with a general written authorization from their employer. It also specifies that minors under 16 may work a maximum of 10 hours in a day, with certain exceptions for domestic work and babysitting. The bill clarifies that minors can work up to 23 hours a week when school is in session and 40 hours when it is not. Additionally, it exempts minors working under the direct supervision of a family member in a family-owned business from needing written authorization. The catch line for the relevant statute will also be updated to reflect these changes.

Statutes affected:
HB0061A, AM HB 61, introduced 01/22/2025: 23.10.060, 23.10.332, 23.10.330, 23.10.360, 23.10.340