Massachusetts
Meal & rest breaks.

Massachusetts · Meal & rest breaks

Rule name changed from not previously published to Massachusetts meal breaks. Summary changed from not previously published to Massachusetts requires a 30-minute meal break for employees working a period of more than 6 hours (MGL c.149, section 100). The state does not require separate paid rest breaks.. Requirement changed from not previously published to 30-minute meal break in a work period of more than 6 hours. Numeric amount changed from not previously published to not published. Minimum employer size changed from not previously published to 0 employees. Effective date changed from not previously published to Jan 1, 2000. Publication status changed from not previously published to active. Local guidance changed from not previously published to Massachusetts' minimum wage has stayed at $15.00 since January 1, 2023, with no further increase scheduled. The Wage Act is strict on pay timing: a discharged employee must be paid in full on the day of discharge, and late wages bring mandatory treble damages. Pay range disclosure in job postings began October 29, 2025 for employers with 25 or more employees, and PFML contributions stayed at 0.88% of eligible wages for 2026 while the maximum weekly benefit rose to $1,230.39.. Industry coverage changed from not previously published to not published.