Art. XIV, § 2
Eight-hour day on public works
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Labor
Art. XIV · Labor Relations
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Worktime of mechanics or workers on public works may not exceed eight hours a day except in wartime or extraordinary emergencies that endanger life or property. The Legislature shall provide for enforcement of this section.
History: Sec. 2 added June 8, 1976, by Prop. 14. Res.Ch. 5, 1976.
Simplified explanation
Mechanics and workers on public works may not work more than eight hours a day, except in wartime or extraordinary emergencies that endanger life or property. The Legislature must provide for enforcement.