The bill amends Section 5-23-2 of the General Laws in Chapter 5-23, titled "Holiday Business," to establish new regulations for retail establishments operating on holidays. It provides that all retail establishments with fifteen (15) or more employees engaged in work during Sundays or holidays must pay their employees no less than time and a half for the work performed and guarantee at least a minimum of four (4) hours of employment. The provisions of this section shall only apply to retail establishments with fifteen or more employees and shall not apply to any individual covered by a collective bargaining agreement or employment contract.

Additionally, the bill allows local town councils to set licensing fees for holiday business licenses, not exceeding $100, and outlines the conditions under which such licenses may be suspended or revoked. It also specifies that employees cannot be penalized for refusing to work on Sundays or holidays. The act is set to take effect upon passage, aiming to provide clearer guidelines for holiday business operations while ensuring fair compensation for employees.

Statutes affected:
857: 5-23-2