This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to modify the definitions related to minimum wage and maximum hour standards for employees. Specifically, it introduces a new definition for "ski area operator," which encompasses any entity responsible for the operation of a ski area or aerial passenger tramway. The bill also expands the list of exemptions from the definition of "employee" to include seasonal employees of ski area operators who work less than seven months in a calendar year, thereby exempting them from the maximum hour provisions outlined in the existing law.

Additionally, the bill removes the previous exemption for seasonal employees of amusement parks, thereby streamlining the focus on ski area operators. This change reflects a targeted approach to labor regulations in the ski industry, acknowledging the unique nature of seasonal employment in this sector. Overall, the bill aims to clarify and adjust the legal framework governing employee classifications and working hours in West Virginia, particularly for those working in seasonal capacities at ski areas.

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Introduced Version: 21-5C-1