This bill would allow minors aged 14-15 to work until 11 p.m. instead of 9 p.m. during summer months, specifically from Memorial Day through October 1 each year, in certain retail or food service jobs (like restaurants or supermarkets) with written parental permission. It directly affects young workers in these seasonal positions who currently have a 9 p.m. curfew during the same period. The change only extends evening hours; it does not alter total weekly work limits, prohibited occupations, or break requirements for minors. Parental permission remains required, and the bill preserves existing restrictions on work for minors under 16 during school sessions.
This bill protects working parents and legal guardians of school-aged children (Kindergarten through 12th grade) during school closures caused by state or public health emergencies. It prohibits employers from requiring these employees to work in person if their job can be done remotely, unless the employer proves remote work would cause an undue hardship to business operations. The law includes a rebuttable presumption that remote work is feasible if an employee has already worked remotely for two consecutive pay periods, and employers cannot penalize staff for requesting or using remote work. Violations carry escalating fines: $1,000 for the first offense, $5,000 for the second, and $10,000 for each subsequent violation.
New Jersey's Bill A1284 bans public agencies from purchasing electric vehicles (EVs) or their components if they might involve forced labor or child labor. It requires manufacturers to provide sworn certifications confirming no forced labor or child labor was used in production or material sourcing. Public entities like schools, state colleges, and local governments must obtain these certifications before buying EVs, with penalties of up to $10,000 per false statement or 50% of the purchase price for false claims. The law applies to all public EV procurement but excludes cases conflicting with federal law or funding terms.
This bill requires employers to pay New Jersey minors aged 16-18 the state minimum wage for all hours worked and overtime pay (1.5x regular rate) for hours exceeding 40 in a week. It specifically applies to minors working in most non-exempt roles, excluding farm labor, certain sales positions, and seasonal amusement jobs. The bill codifies existing exemptions (like farm work and some sales roles) and sets a minimum wage schedule that increases annually, with separate phased-in rates for small employers and seasonal workers. It affects minor workers in covered industries, ensuring they receive standard minimum wage and overtime protections under New Jersey law.
This New Jersey bill establishes a three-year "Summer Earn and Learn Pilot Program" to help students recover from pandemic-related learning loss. It provides eligible students (NJ residents in good academic standing, aged to work) with paid summer employment opportunities alongside supplemental learning support (at least 3 hours/day, 5 days/week). The program uses federal pandemic relief funds (CARES, ARP, etc.) to pay students a stipend at or above minimum wage. Participating schools must submit plans detailing learning content and employer partnerships, with the state coordinating with labor agencies to create a public list of approved employers.
S 358 increases penalties for human trafficking involving children under 18 by mandating life imprisonment without parole for all offenses, including both sexual exploitation and forced labor. Currently, trafficking children for sex carries a life sentence without parole, but this bill expands that requirement to cover all forms of child trafficking. The bill also requires a $25,000 fine for offenders, with funds directed to a survivor assistance fund, and mandates restitution to victims based on labor value. This directly affects traffickers who exploit children, regardless of whether the trafficking involves sexual activity or labor.
This bill requires employers to pay minors (under age 18) the state minimum wage and overtime pay (1.5x regular rate) for hours worked beyond 40 in a week, directly affecting minor workers in most non-exempt jobs. It establishes a minimum wage schedule that increases annually (with specific rates for 2019-2028) and formalizes existing exemptions to overtime requirements, such as for farm labor, certain seasonal work, and employees in executive roles. Key provisions include mandatory overtime pay for minors (except in exempted categories like agricultural work or specific professional roles) and maintaining minimum wage rates for small employers and seasonal workers. The bill does not change overtime exemptions for adult workers but explicitly extends overtime protections to minors in covered positions.
This bill prohibits New Jersey employers from paying subminimum wages to workers based on age, disability, injury, or status as an apprentice, learner, or student. It eliminates the special permit system previously allowing employers to pay below the state minimum wage through the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (DOLWD). The law directly affects workers with disabilities, students, apprentices, and others who were previously eligible for subminimum wages under these special permits. Employers must now pay all covered workers the full state minimum wage, ending the practice of authorizing lower pay through DOLWD licenses. The bill revises existing statutes to remove provisions that permitted this exception.
This bill, titled "Farm Labor Equality Act" (S 1075), actually revises child labor laws in New Jersey, not farm labor standards. It raises the minimum age for agricultural work from 12 to 14 years after December 31, 2024, and limits minors under 18 to 10 hours per day in agriculture until 2025 (after which they follow standard minor labor rules). It requires minors aged 11-17 to register with the Department of Labor for work authorization, including proof of school status, and sets strict hour limits (e.g., max 40 hours/week for newspaper carriers). The bill directly affects minors under 18 working in agriculture or as newspaper carriers, and their employers.
This bill (S 108) allows minors aged 14-15 to work until 11 p.m. instead of 9 p.m. during the summer period from Memorial Day through October 1, with written permission from a parent or guardian. It specifically applies to retail settings like restaurants and supermarkets, as well as roles like little league umpires. The bill does not change total weekly work hours, prohibited occupations, or required rest periods for minors. Current law already permits 14-15-year-olds to work until 9 p.m. during this timeframe, so this amendment extends the evening window by two hours. It affects minor workers in seasonal retail and service jobs during summer months, with no broader policy changes to labor regulations.
