CARE Act of 2025 strengthens child labor protections in agriculture, raising age limits and enhancing safety measures.

The CARE Act of 2025 amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to enhance protections for children in agricultural work. It raises the minimum age for agricultural employment, prohibits children under 18 from handling pesticides, and mandates stricter reporting and data analysis on work-related injuries to minors. The Act also increases civil penalties for violations leading to serious injury or death and imposes criminal penalties for aggravated violations. These changes aim to address the unique hazards faced by young agricultural workers and improve their safety and well-being.

CARE Act of 2025 strengthens child labor protections in agriculture, raising age limits and enhancing safety measures.

The CARE Act of 2025 amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to enhance protections for children in agricultural work. It raises the minimum age for agricultural employment, prohibits children under 18 from handling pesticides, and mandates stricter reporting and data analysis on work-related injuries to minors. The Act also increases civil penalties for violations leading to serious injury or death and imposes criminal penalties for aggravated violations. These changes aim to address the unique hazards faced by young agricultural workers and improve their safety and well-being.