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The Massachusetts' Blue Laws

Restrictions on business openings on Sundays and holidays, the Massachusetts Blue Laws, are enforced by the Attorney General's Division of Fair Labor Division. The information provided herein is designed to help both employees and employers understand the law in this area. If you have questions about possible violations of these laws, please contact the Attorney General's Fair Labor Division at 617-727-3465. If you have questions about statewide approval of local permits for holiday openings, please contact the Department of Labor Standard's Minimum Wage Program at 617-626-6952.
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  • Columbus and Veterans Day Permits for Holiday Openings

    The Department of Labor Standards must approve all local permits for retail stores and businesses to open on certain holidays, including Columbus Day before 12:00PM and Veterans Day before 1:00PM. Permits must be approved by the Department on a uniform basis statewide. Click on the link above for details.
  • Thanksgiving and Christmas Day Permits for Holiday Openings

    The Department of Labor Standards must approve all local permits for retail stores and businesses to open on certain holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Permits must be approved by the Department of Labor on a uniform basis statewide. Click on the above link for details.

  • M.G.L. c. 136, s. 5

  • M.G.L. c. 136, s. 6

  • M.G.L. c. 136, s. 7

  • M.G.L. c. 136, s. 13

  • M.G.L. c. 136, s. 15

  • M.G.L. c. 136, s. 16

  • M.G.L. c. 149, s. 45

  • M.G.L. c. 136, s. 51a

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