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Why several states are pushing to loosen child labor restrictions
By: PBS Newshour
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (PBS NewsHour) — The U.S. government found child labor violations involving over 3,800 minors in 2022. At the same time, some states say there is too much regulation… Read More

Kids could fill labor shortages, even in bars, if these lawmakers succeed
By: Harm Venhuizen | AP
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Lawmakers in several states are embracing legislation to let children work in more hazardous occupations, for more hours on school nights and in expanded roles, including… Read More

The Ohio Senate passes a bill to allow children to work longer hours during the school year
By: Jo Ingles | Statehouse News Bureau
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Many Ohio businesses say they are having trouble finding employees, especially low-skilled labor. The Ohio Senate has passed a bill its sponsors say will… Read More