Labor & Employment (Child Labor)

in committee · United States · House May 21, 2025

HR 3545: TEENS Act

The TEENS Act amends child labor rules to allow teenagers working during school sessions to work up to 24 hours per week, with specific time restrictions. It directly affects teen workers in part-time jobs, setting a maximum weekly hour limit and requiring work to start no earlier than 7:00 a.m. and end no later than 9:00 p.m. in their local time zone. These provisions prevent employers from being deemed in violation of "oppressive child labor" rules under the Fair Labor Standards Act when following these limits. The bill creates a clear, time-bound framework for teen work hours during school terms.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentIncreases maximum weekly work hours for teens under child labor rules (24 hrs/week), weakening existing protections against oppressive child labor as defined by FLSA.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Child Labor Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · United States · House May 13, 2025

HR 3367: Improving Training for School Food Service Workers Act of 2025

HR 3367, the "Improving Training for School Food Service Workers Act of 2025," requires school food service workers in public schools to receive mandatory training during paid working hours. The bill mandates that training must be offered in-person when appropriate, include hands-on practice, and cost workers nothing. If training occurs outside regular hours, workers must be paid at their regular rate (including overtime), consulted about scheduling, and protected from penalties for not attending. This law amends the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 and does not override existing state or local labor laws governing employer-employee relationships.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates paid, in-person training with hands-on practice, protects workers from penalties, and ensures no cost to workers - directly advancing labor rights and workplace standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Child Labor Labor Standards Workforce Development

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in committee · United States · House Feb 11, 2025

HR 1193: Future in Logging Careers Act

This bill amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to create child labor exemptions for specific logging work. It allows 16- and 17-year-olds to work in mechanized timber harvesting operations (like felling, processing, and transporting timber using machinery) that the Secretary of Labor deems particularly hazardous, provided the employer is not owned or operated by a parent or guardian. The exemption applies to jobs involving equipment such as feller-bunchers, forwarders, and whole tree processors, but excludes children working for non-family-owned logging businesses. It does not create new career programs but modifies existing child labor restrictions for certain logging occupations.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill creates child labor exemption for hazardous logging work, weakening existing protections under Fair Labor Standards Act for minors.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Child Labor Labor Standards Workplace Safety

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in committee · United States · House Dec 11, 2025

HR 6606: Opportunities for Success Act of 2025

The Opportunities for Success Act of 2025 amends the Higher Education Act to increase funding for work-based learning programs, authorizing $1.5 billion in 2027 and rising to $2.5 billion annually by 2031. The bill requires institutions to allocate at least 7% of work-study funds to compensate students in work-based learning positions and at least 3% to students with "exceptional need" during periods of nonenrollment. It defines "work-based learning" to include internships, fellowships, and apprenticeships, and establishes new metrics for determining which institutions qualify as "improved institutions" for funding allocation. The legislation also mandates new surveys to evaluate program effectiveness and requires institutions to prioritize students with Federal Pell Grants and exceptional need.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases higher education funding by $1.5B-$2.5B annually for work-based learning programs with mandatory student compensation allocations.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates compensation for students in work-based learning, aligning with fair pay standards for student workers under labor/employment policies.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Higher Education Student Financial Aid Apprenticeships Child Labor Workforce Development

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in committee · United States · House Mar 31, 2025

HR 2507: Helping to Encourage Real Opportunities (HERO) for Youth Act of 2025

HR 2507 (HERO for Youth Act of 2025) expands a federal tax credit for employers hiring youth. It allows the credit for year-round employment (not just summer) for young workers attending school 20+ hours weekly between September 16 and April 30. The bill also creates a new credit for employers hiring "disconnected youth" - defined as individuals aged 16-25 not enrolled in school or employed for six months, or foster youth aged 16-21. The credit amount is increased, and related tax code provisions are updated to reflect these changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands federal tax credits for employers hiring youth/disconnected youth, providing tax relief to businesses to encourage employment. This directly uses tax policy to support job creation for vulnerable groups, aligning with fiscal initiativ...90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands tax credits for employers hiring youth and disconnected youth, increasing employment opportunities for vulnerable workers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Child Labor

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in committee · United States · House Dec 18, 2025

HR 6880: Honoring Family-Friendly Workplaces Act

This bill establishes a voluntary federal certification program recognizing employers that meet specific family-friendly workplace standards. To qualify, employers must offer paid family leave (at least 12 weeks annually for reasons like childbirth, adoption, or caring for sick family members), paid sick days separate from other leave, fertility/adoption assistance, child care subsidies, flexible scheduling after parental leave, remote work options when feasible, and lactation support. The program, administered by the Secretary of Labor, would certify employers demonstrating these policies through a submitted application. The certification aims to publicly recognize companies supporting employees in balancing work and family responsibilities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes family-friendly workplace policies including paid leave and childcare support, which indirectly supports healthcare access and employee well-being.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates paid family leave, child care subsidies, and flexible scheduling - expanding worker benefits and protections under Labor & Employment standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Child Labor Labor Standards Paid Leave

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in committee · United States · House Feb 12, 2026

HR 7541: U.S. Farmworker Protection Act

HR 7541, the U.S. Farmworker Protection Act, sets a 400,000 annual cap on H-2A visa positions for temporary agricultural workers, with exceptions for jobs covered by union collective bargaining agreements. This directly affects agricultural employers seeking H-2A workers and U.S. farmworkers who may face wage or job competition from the program. The key mechanism limits total certified H-2A positions per fiscal year (excluding union-represented roles), addressing concerns about the program's rapid growth - from 82,099 jobs in 2008 to 384,865 in 2024 - potentially impacting U.S. farmworker wages and conditions. The bill does not change existing H-2A rules but adds this numerical restriction to Congress's stated policy concerns.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationCaps H-2A visas at 400,000 annually, restricting access for temporary agricultural workers, directly limiting immigrant employment opportunities.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCaps H-2A visas to reduce competition for U.S. farmworkers, protecting wages/jobs; exception for union bargaining supports labor rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Child Labor Collective Bargaining Labor Standards

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 17, 2025

S 3534: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a credit for increasing wages paid to child care providers.

This bill creates a new tax credit for employers who pay qualified wages to child care workers. Employers at eligible child care facilities (providing care for at least 6 children, charging fees, and meeting state regulations) can claim a 5% credit on those wages, increasing to 7% for facilities in rural areas. The credit applies to wage increases and is treated as part of the general business tax credit. It directly affects child care employers by reducing their federal tax liability for raising wages at qualifying facilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides 5-7% tax credit to child care employers for wage increases, reducing federal tax liability and incentivizing wage growth in essential childcare sector.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides tax credit for wage increases to child care workers, directly advancing worker compensation through financial incentives for employers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Credits Child Labor

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in committee · United States · House Apr 17, 2025

HR 2949: Working Families Task Force Act of 2025

HR 2949, the Working Families Task Force Act of 2025, establishes a federal task force to examine challenges facing working families and develop policy recommendations. The task force, led by the Secretary of Labor and including representatives from 9 agencies (like Health, Education, Housing, and Small Business), will meet quarterly to study issues such as affordable childcare, livable wages, housing access, healthcare costs, and workforce training. It must submit a report to Congress within 180 days, detailing findings, stakeholder consultations, and recommendations for improving working families' quality of life. This bill creates a research and coordination mechanism but does not enact new laws or funding.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes task force to study livable wages, childcare, housing, healthcare, and workforce training, aiming to develop policy recommendations for working families.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Child Labor Labor Standards Paid Leave

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in committee · United States · House Mar 31, 2025

HR 2506: AID Youth Employment Act

The AID Youth Employment Act creates federal grant programs to support summer and year-round employment for youth aged 14-24, with special focus on marginalized youth including those who are homeless, in foster care, or involved in the justice system. The bill allocates $1.8 billion for summer employment programs and $2.4 billion for year-round programs, requiring eligible entities to form partnerships with educational agencies, workforce development organizations, and community partners. It establishes performance metrics to track employment rates, education enrollment, and credential attainment for participants, with specific requirements that 20% of summer funding support rural areas and 5% support tribal areas. The law includes special provisions for tribal communities and requires annual evaluations to ensure program quality and effectiveness.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill specifically targets youth involved in the justice system for employment support, aiming to reduce recidivism and improve rehabilitation through workforce development partnerships.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires partnerships with educational agencies and allocates $4.2B for youth programs, directly engaging education systems to support marginalized students' access and opportunities.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTargets homeless youth (a housing issue) through employment programs, addressing homelessness as a core focus, though indirectly via job training.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates federal grants for youth employment (14-24) with $4.2B funding, focusing on marginalized groups. Directly advances employment opportunities and standards for vulnerable workers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Property Development Child Labor Workforce Development

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