Florida Representative Linda Chaney (R-St. Pete Beach) filed House Bill 49 (HB 49) on Monday, seeking to remove restrictions on the working hours and time of day for 16 and 17-year-old employees in the state.
Rep. Chaney introduced HB 49 on Monday, marking the start of what promises to be a contentious debate during the 2024 legislative session.
One key provision of the bill aims to align the working hours of 16 and 17-year-olds with those of individuals aged 18 and above, removing existing age-based distinction in labor law.
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