HB5274: Teenagers Earning Everyday Necessary Skills Act
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to expand working hours for employees between the ages of 14 and 16 years during periods in which schools are in session, and for other purposes.
Plain-language summary
This bill proposes to change federal labor laws that limit how many hours teenagers aged 14 to 16 can work while school is happening. Currently, the Fair Labor Standards Act restricts these young workers' hours during the school year. The bill would expand how much these teenagers can work during school sessions. The bill is currently in its early stage after being introduced in Congress. Sponsors include representatives from multiple states focused on labor and employment issues.
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HB5274: Teenagers Earning Everyday Necessary Skills Act
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Sponsors
Dusty Johnson
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (3)
Troy Nehls
Matt Rosendale
Tracey Mann