; or (2) files a complaint with the Secretary alleging a violation of this section. (d) Interaction with other laws Nothing in this section shall be construed to excuse noncompliance with any Federal or State law, municipal ordinance, or collective bargaining agreement requiring longer rest breaks than those required under this section. (e) Definitions In this section: (1) The term construction employee means an individual who is employed by an employer, or is hired as a contractor of such an employer, to perform general construction services. (2) The term general construction services means the— (A) erection of or preparation to erect a structure; or (B) remodeling, extension, repair, or demolition of a structure or other improvement of real property or a structure related to real property. (3) The term rest break means a break from work during work hours, but does not include a regular meal break period provided to a construction employee by an employer. . (b) Penalties Section 16(b) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 ( 29 U.S.C. 216(b) ) is amended by adding after the third sentence the following: If the Secretary makes a determination that an employer has violated section 8(a) of this Act, the Secretary may assess an administrative penalty to such employer if such employer fails to correct the violation not later than 30 days after the date on which such employer receives notice from the Secretary of such determination. Any employer that violates the provisions of section 8(c) of this Act shall be liable for such legal or equitable relief as may be appropriate, including without limitation employment, reinstatement, promotion, and the payment of wages lost and an additional equal amount as liquidated damages. .