Understanding the Mandatory Rest Day for Workers in Veracruz and Durango
On June 1st, many are wondering if it’s a mandatory rest day as local and federal extraordinary judicial elections are being held. The Mexican Secretariat of Labor and Social Prevision (STPS) has clarified the situation.
No Mandatory Rest Day for Most Workers
According to STPS, June 1st does not apply as a mandatory rest day because it involves extraordinary elections. However, employers must grant their employees permission to exercise their right to vote.
Exceptions: Veracruz and Durango Workers
STPS explained that there are exceptions regarding the mandatory rest day. Workers in Durango and Veracruz will indeed have the right to mandatory rest. If their job activities do not allow them to take a day off, they must receive double payment in addition to their regular wages, essentially a triple payday.
In contrast, workers across the rest of Mexico will only be entitled to their regular pay plus the Sunday premium, and they should have the opportunity to vote without any penalty or salary deduction.
Election Details and Voting Hours
Polling stations will be open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM for these elections. Here’s a summary of key points:
- June 1st Elections: Local and federal extraordinary judicial elections are taking place.
- Mandatory Rest Day: Not applicable nationwide, except for Durango and Veracruz workers.
- Durango and Veracruz Workers: Enjoy mandatory rest or receive triple pay if unable to take the day off.
- Other Workers: Receive regular pay plus Sunday premium, with the right to vote without consequences.
- Voting Hours: Polling stations open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Key Questions and Answers
- Question: Is June 1st a mandatory rest day for all workers in Mexico?
- Question: Which states have mandatory rest on June 1st?
- Question: What happens if a worker in Durango or Veracruz cannot take the mandatory rest day?
- Question: How do other Mexican workers fare on June 1st?
- Question: When are polling stations open for the June 1st elections?
Answer: No, June 1st is not a mandatory rest day for most workers in Mexico. Employers must grant time off to vote, but no rest is mandated.
Answer: Only workers in Durango and Veracruz have the right to mandatory rest on June 1st.
Answer: These workers must receive double their regular wages, essentially a triple payday.
Answer: Workers outside Durango and Veracruz receive their regular pay plus the Sunday premium, with the right to vote without any repercussions.
Answer: Polling stations are open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM for the local and federal extraordinary judicial elections.
