Argentina pushes major labor reforms, revises collective agreements and expands family leave

The Argentine executive branch announced an accelerated review of collective bargaining agreements following the passage of the Labor Modernisation Law. The government aims to update about 446 agreements covering sectors such as commerce, trucking, banking and ports, with proposals to limit mandatory union dues, designate more occupations as essential services, introduce "dynamic salaries" linked to performance, and shift negotiations toward regional or company‑level bargaining.

Separately, the Buenos Aires City Legislature approved a comprehensive amendment to its public‑sector leave regime. The reform adds up to five days for assisted‑reproduction treatment, ten days for disability‑related health appointments, and extends adoption and foster‑care leave to between 90 and 180 days depending on the child’s age. It also grants an extra 15 days for monoparental families and allows parental leave to be split more flexibly between both parents. The changes are intended to modernise labour rights and promote gender‑equitable care responsibilities.

Both measures reflect a broader push to adapt Argentine labour standards to new social realities and economic needs.