Ohio Senate urges Congress to amend Fair Labor Standards Act to allow youth employment during school hours.
The Ohio Senate urges Congress to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act to permit teenagers under 16 years old to work between specified hours during the school year, with parental approval. This resolution highlights the ongoing labor shortage and its impact on businesses, suggesting that allowing more flexible work hours for teenagers could help businesses return to regular operations and stimulate local economic growth. Currently, the Fair Labor Standards Act and Ohio law allow youth to work until 7 PM during summer months or school holidays.
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