Florida must reject efforts to weaken child labor laws

Cheap Child Labor Replacing Deported Immigrants

Previously there had been federal child labor laws for almost 100 years. The Department of Labor was investigating many child labor cases. The number of cases had went up drastically over the last 10 years. Then Lori Chavez became Secretary of Labor...

Florida must reject efforts to weaken child labor laws

A 14-year-old’s biggest concerns should be finishing their homework, finding time to play outside with friends and spending quality time with family. They should not have to worry about going to work. Yet, in Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis and the State Legislature are currently attempting to pass legislation that would weaken child labor laws. This is, in part, an attempt to fill job vacancies left by deported immigrants.  Rather than ethically add…