Massachusetts Mulls Four-Day Work Week Program With Tax Credits

Supporters of a shorter work week addressed Massachusetts lawmakers Tuesday on behalf of a bill that would provide tax credits for businesses participating in a pilot program exploring the potential benefits of a four-day schedule.

The proposal, H.3849, would establish a two-year pilot program called the “Massachusetts Smart Work Week,” aimed at studying the impact of four-day work weeks without reducing workers’ overall pay and benefits.

Participating employers would be eligible for a tax credit against their tax liability in the commonwealth. The specifics, including the application process and the amount of the credit, would be determined by the ...