Child Labor Laws in Florida

SOURCE www.newsweek.com
A bill that would have loosened child labor laws in Florida has died in the state Senate after facing opposition from various groups. The bill aimed to allow 16- and 17-year-olds to work longer hours, including overnight shifts on school days.

Key Points

  • The bill would have allowed 16- and 17-year-olds to work longer hours on school days
  • Opposition to the bill came from organizations like the Florida AFL-CIO, the ACLU, and student activist groups
  • The Senate version of the bill failed to advance before the legislative session concluded

Pros

  • Help combat labor shortages
  • Aligned with federal child labor law

Cons

  • Risk of exploitation
  • Opposition from various groups