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State Youth Labor Law and Workers’ Compensation Statute Table

October 26, 2023

At A Glance

This table is a comprehensive resource that describes the child labor laws and workers’ compensation statutes for each state. The information within this table is intended to help mitigate liability concerns related to youth employment.

As the number of employers that engage young people in talent development strategies has grown, so has the need for information about how employers can successfully open their doors to those under the age of 18. While Federal Child Labor laws exist within the Fair Labor Standards Act, state child labor laws and statutes should also be considered. This table is a comprehensive resource that describes the child labor laws and workers’ compensation statutes for each state. The information within this table is intended to help mitigate liability concerns related to youth employment.

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Ginger Allison Director

Idil Ismail Senior Program Manager

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Apprenticeship & Work-Based Learning

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