An Act amending the the act of October 24, 2012 (P.L.1209, No.151), known as the Child Labor Act, further providing for employment of minors in student-learner and apprenticeship programs; providing for a review of laws and regulations related to the employment of minors; and abrogating regulations.

Summary

The bill lets minors, including high‑school graduates, be employed in work‑experience, apprenticeship, and school‑to‑work programs as long as the jobs comply with federal law. It also directs the Department of Labor and Industry to draft new rules to replace existing regulations within a year, with the old rules ending when the new ones are adopted or after three years. The measure aims to expand career‑training opportunities for young people while ensuring safety standards.

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