No, Georgia lacks a “right to disconnect” law granting employees protection from after-hours work contact. This concept, popular in places like France, Australia, and proposed Indian bills, remains absent from U.S. state laws including Georgia’s labor code as of 2025.​
Georgia Labor Basics
Georgia follows federal FLSA rules for overtime (over 40 hours weekly at 1.5x pay) but imposes no state minimum wage above $7.25, minimum sick leave, or mandates for off-duty disconnection. Employers can require availability outside shifts via at-will employment, though excessive demands risk constructive discharge claims if creating hostile conditions.​
Work-Life Regulations
State law caps workweeks at 48 hours for some sectors with overtime premiums, but white-collar exemptions apply broadly. No bans exist on after-hours emails or calls, unlike emerging global trends; disputes fall under wrongful termination suits rather than specific statutes.​
Key Protections
Employees gain privacy via federal wiretapping laws against unauthorized monitoring and OSHA for health impacts from overwork. Unionized workers may negotiate boundaries through contracts. Recent 2025 legislation focuses on procurement and taxes, not disconnection rights.
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