The bill amends Section 25-3-1 of the General Laws in Chapter 25-3, which pertains to "Work on Holidays and Sundays." It introduces new definitions, including "Director," "Economic necessity," "Employee," "Employer," and "Holidays." Notably, the bill adds Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday and Juneteenth National Freedom Day to the list of recognized holidays. The previous legal language that included Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday only for state and municipal government offices has been deleted, thereby making it a recognized holiday for all employers.

The act aims to clarify the conditions under which employers may operate on holidays and Sundays, particularly in cases of economic necessity. It specifies various scenarios that justify continuous operation, such as the need to avoid production loss or competitive hardship. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage, ensuring that the new holiday designations and definitions are implemented without delay.

Statutes affected:
988: 25-3-1