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Vermont: meal break laws

Whether your state requires employers to give adult workers a meal break, how long, and when.

Checked on official source

Meal break rule	Reasonable opportunity to eat and use the restroom (no set length)
Who it covers	All employers

Federal law does not require meal breaks, but short breaks of 5 to 20 minutes that an employer gives must be paid. Separate rules often apply to workers under 18.

General information only, not legal, insurance or financial advice. Not affiliated with any government agency. Exceptions can apply. Confirm with the state agency, the court or a licensed professional in Vermont.

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How we checked this

Rules come from the U.S. Department of Labor's table of state meal period requirements for adult private-sector workers. Last checked: November 12, 2026. Laws change; confirm with the state agency or a licensed professional before acting.

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