- Implementation of the “Ley Silla” (Chair Law). In June 2025, a reform will require employers to provide chairs with backrests for their workers to perform their tasks or rest during the workday. This applies to the service, commerce, and similar sectors, and in the industrial sector when the nature of the work allows it. Additionally, it prohibits forcing workers to remain standing for their entire shift or forbidding them from sitting periodically during their duties.
- Regulation of Digital Platform Workers. Starting in June 2025, work on digital platforms will be regulated in Mexico, establishing rights and obligations for workers and employers involved in digital platforms to protect workers in the Gig Economy. Key regulations include mandatory enrollment in the social security system, profit-sharing rights, employment contracts, wages, collective rights, algorithmic transparency, and compensation for unjustified dismissals.
- Possible Reduction of the Workweek. The reform to reduce the workweek to 40 hours may well be approved. This reform includes a gradual transition plan and a pilot program to determine the implementation timeline for reducing work hours in each sector. The measure aims to align labor practices with international standards that promote shorter workweeks.
- Initiative to Increase the Year-end Bonus. The initiative proposing that workers receive a 30-day year-end bonus, instead of the current 15 days as established by Article 87 of the Federal Labor Law (LFT), is expected to be discussed in the Congress of the Union. This initiative seeks to help workers cope with inflation and improve the quality of life for Mexicans.
- Proposal for Labor Reform to Include More Public Holidays. The labor landscape could benefit workers if the proposed reform to the Federal Labor Law, which aims to add five additional public holidays, is approved. This reform seeks to promote the cultural identity of Mexicans and improve the country’s working conditions.
Authors:
Leslie Palma
With more than 20 years of employment law experience, Leslie Palma focuses her practice on labor and employment matters in the corporate sector and regularly counsels international clients on workplace strategies for their Mexico operations. Leslie has broad experience assisting clients with all aspects of employee transfers and standardization of benefits. She advises domestic and foreign companies on labor and employment due diligence, executive compensation, employee benefits, labor management relations, noncompete agreements, and workforce reductions, among other labor issues.
Jorge Andazola
Jorge Andazola has deep experience advising local and foreign companies on labor issues. His practice is focused on the implementation of labor structures, internal labor regulations, employee manuals, compliance research, restructuring, company labor disputes, and other labor issues faced by clients. Jorge conducts corporate audits and labor inspections, advises on employment contracts, and consults on Mexican Official Standards.