HB 8371

House·20th Congress·Filed Mar 9, 2026

An Act Mandating a Minimum of One (1) Day Remote Work Setup Per Workweek for Employees in Applicable Industries, Providing Exemptions, and Prescribing Penalties for Violations Thereof

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The bill requires companies in certain sectors—like IT, finance, professional services, admin support, and creative media—to let staff work from home at least one day a week, unless they already do so or their work cannot be done remotely.

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Author · Representative

Keith Micah "Atty. Mike" D.l. TanReceipts →

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HB08371 · Sources: BatasWatch

An Act Mandating a Minimum of One (1) Day Remote Work Setup Per Workweek for Employees in Applicable Industries, Providing Exemptions, and Prescribing Penalties for Violations Thereof

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