Costa Rica advances 12-hour shift bill in first debate with ruling party, PUSC support

Costa Rica's legislature held the first debate on bill 24.290, which would legalize 12-hour work shifts, with the ruling party and PUSC voting in favor and 19 opposition deputies against. The bill's passage remains uncertain pending a second debate and potential constitutional challenges. This marks a notable labor-policy shift in Costa Rica, potentially affecting worker rights and business flexibility.