Neither the FLSA nor Texas law requires employers to give breaks during the workday, but if breaks are given, certain rules apply under federal law. A 30minute meal break must be provided no later than 5 hours into a shift, though it can be waived for workdays 6 hours or less.Workers have a right to at least a 30minute meal break or each 6 hours worked in a calendar day. Employees must be paid for shorter breaks they are allowed to take during the day, but employers are not required to provide these breaks in the first place. Also, any breaks less than 20 minutes has to be paid under Federal law. Find information about laws that protect workers. Learn how to claim unpaid wages or file a complaint for employment or housing discrimination. Under Texas law, there is no requirement for an employer to provide a meal period or break to its employees. Employers must provide a minimum 30-minute break for minors after any continuous four-hour work period. The ordinance requires employers to display a sign in a noticeable spot explaining the rest break requirements in English and Spanish.