United States Department of Labor: Frequently Asked Questions

Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Question: When must breaks and meal periods be given?

Answer: The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) does not require breaks or meal periods be given to workers. Some states may have requirements for breaks or meal periods. If you work in a state which does not require breaks or meal periods, these benefits are a matter of agreement between the employer and the employee (or the employee's representative).

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