The article discusses Florida's proposed Senate Bill 918, which seeks to modify child labor laws in response to labor shortages in low-wage jobs. The bill allows minors aged 14 and up to work longer hours and overnight shifts, raising concerns about the impact on their education and health. Governor Ron DeSantis advocates for this change, suggesting it is a return to traditional youth employment. This reflects broader tensions between economic needs and the protection of minors in the workforce, particularly in the context of immigration-related labor policies.
The proposed Senate Bill 918 aims to eliminate restrictions on child labor, allowing teens increased hours and overnight shifts, posing potential risks to education and well-being.
Governor DeSantis argues that teenagers should return to the workforce, suggesting it's a way to address labor shortages in undesirable jobs typically filled by immigrants.
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