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With workers scarce, some states seek to loosen child labor laws

NASHVILLE, Tennessee In the past two years, lawmakers in at least 11 states have sought to loosen child labor laws to help employers fill empty jobs, even as federal officials and news investigation

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Iowans restaurant tabs are heftier than groceries

National restaurant spending rose 13% in March compared with a year earlier.

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Child labor bill would allow teens to work more hours, later nights

Supporters of the plan argue it modernizes Iowa law and gives kids more opportunities. Opponents of the plan argue it could negatively impact students' grades and put children in danger.

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Some States Seek to Loosen Child Labor Laws

The share of 16- to 19-year-olds not working is up 22.4 percentage points since 2021. Eleven states have sought to loosen child labor laws to help fill empty positions.

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Lawmakers in 11 states seek to weaken child labor restrictions

With unemployment at 50-year low of 3.5%, businesses of all types need workers. State lawmakers, mostly Republicans, see teenagers as a solution.

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