In Michigan, the Ann Arbor “Right to Sit” law, recently approved by the City Council, mandates that employers in the city must allow employees to sit during their shifts when it does not interfere with their job duties. This ordinance applies to various businesses, including retail stores, restaurants and service providers. The law aims to improve working conditions and ensure that employees have the option to sit down while performing their tasks.
Effective date
The “Right to Sit” law officially took effect in October 2024. Employees who feel their rights under this ordinance are violated can file complaints with the city’s Human Rights Commission, which will oversee enforcement of the law.
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