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Colorado lawmakers are considering dueling bills to either ease or tighten overtime rules for farmworkers, with farmers arguing that stricter rules could put them out of business. The debate comes five years after the state established overtime rules for farmworkers, and advocates are pushing for stronger protections for workers who face unique vulnerabilities to immigration enforcement and employer abuse.
Lawmakers in Colorado are weighing two bills that could change overtime rules for farmworkers. The current rules require overtime pay after 48-56 hours of work. One bill would increase the threshold to 60 hours, while another would lower it to 40 hours. Farmers argue that stricter rules could put them out of business, citing decreased profits and increased labor costs. Advocates say farmworkers deserve stronger protections and the right to earn more money for their work. The debate comes five years after the state established overtime rules for farmworkers. A decision is expected to be made by the Democrat-controlled legislature.
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