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WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Wednesday, officials from Pennsylvania, Oregon, and Missouri converged in Washington for a pivotal roundtable discussion. Spearheaded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division, …
Cracking Down on Child Labor Violations: States Unite for a Safer Work Environment for Minors Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has levied a $300,000 fine on GCWen Management, operator of 21 Wendy’s franchises across Bucks, Montgomery, and Chester counties. The …
Fast-Food Franchise Hit with $300,000 Fine for Child Labor Violations across Bucks, Montgomery, and Chester Counties Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — With the spooky season upon us, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) is reminding operators of Halloween-themed attractions that they must adhere to all requirements of the …
Making Halloween Safe for Child Performers: Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry Raises Awareness Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has observed a significant rise in child labor cases referred for investigation. Since the Secretary, Nancy A. Walker, prioritized addressing child …
Surge in Reported Cases: PA Department of Labor & Industry Cracks Down on Child Labor Law Violations Read More
They were called “Breaker Boys” – boys as young as eight years old perched above fast-moving conveyor belts carrying tons of raw coal, picking slate out of the coal with their bare hands 10 hours a day, six days a week. They bled. Their young lungs were poisoned. They were caught in machinery and died.
Child Labor: Which Side Are You On? Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — As summer break approaches and teenagers seek employment opportunities, Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Acting Secretary Nancy Walker is reminding workers under the age of 18 of the protections …
Protecting Pennsylvania’s Young Workers: Understanding the Child Labor Act Read More