States Redraw The Rules On Child Labor

Child labor laws have changed in several states this year with some states tightening restrictions on child labor and other states loosening their rules. California, Indiana, Michigan, Nevada, and Virginia are among the states that have altered their laws on employment of minors.

Quick Hits

• In California, Indiana, Michigan, Nevada, and Virginia, child labor laws have changed this year.
• Some state laws limit the hours minors can work or the jobs they can do.
• The DOL recently has amped up enforcement of the child labor provisions of the FLSA.
• Federal and state labor agencies may certify U-visas and T-visas for qualifying workers—including minors—who are victims of workplace crimes or trafficking and who cooperate with investigations.