A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States and the United States Secretary of Labor to review the child labor provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and the occupational restrictions issued under the act and take action to increase employment and training opportunities for youth workers.
This Pennsylvania House resolution urges the U.S. Congress and the Secretary of Labor to review and potentially update federal child labor laws under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The bill argues that current restrictions on hours and job types for young workers limit their ability to gain essential training and fill critical skills gaps in industries like construction and manufacturing. While the resolution emphasizes that safety must remain a priority, it calls for reforms that would allow more youth employment opportunities to support the state's economy. Because this is a non-binding resolution, it does not change any laws but instead serves as a formal request for federal officials to reconsider existing regulations.
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Jun 2026
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Introduced Jun 3, 2026
Last action Jun 3, 2026
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1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
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