Unfortunately, child labor – legally defined as work that interferes with children’s physical and mental development and school attendance - is on the rise for the first time in two decades. In fields ...

The U.S. government found child labor violations involving over 3,800 minors in 2022. At the same time, some states say there is too much regulation of child labor. Katherine Walts, director of ...

Florida bills propose easing teen work restrictions, raising child welfare and education concerns. The bills would allow for extended work hours and remove break requirements for 16- and 17-year-olds.