Workers have a right to at least a 30minute meal break or each 6 hours worked in a calendar day. 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.Texas doesn't require rest breaks. Breaks are left to the discretion of employers. The FLSA does not require overtime pay for work on weekends, holidays, or regular days of rest, unless overtime is worked on such days. The Dallas County Administrative Code contains the employment policies and procedures for Dallas County. This state-specific guide covers labor and employment case law, statutes, rules, and regulations that HR professionals and clients often encounter Does your state require employers give workers lunch breaks? Find out the regulations on lunch break laws and rest periods here. Under Texas law, there is no requirement for an employer to provide a meal period or break to its employees.