§ 23-17.20-1. Purpose.
It is declared to be the public policy of this state to establish a maximum workday for certain hourly wage employees as defined herein, beyond which the employees cannot be required to perform overtime work, in order to safeguard their health, efficiency, and general well-being, as well as the health and general well-being of the persons to whom these employees provide services.
History of Section.P.L. 2007, ch. 496, § 1; P.L. 2007, ch. 515, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 23-17.20 - Healthcare Facilities Staffing
Section 23-17.20-1. - Purpose.
Section 23-17.20-2. - Definitions.
Section 23-17.20-3. - Overtime requirement.
Section 23-17.20-4. - Penalty for violations.
Section 23-17.20-5. - Collective bargaining agreements.
Section 23-17.20-6. - Severability.
Section 23-17.20-7. - Use of non-Rhode Island licensed nurses.