On the recordNovember 10, 2026
Right now, our laws are allowing some of the worst employers to get away with exploiting kids for labor with nothing more than weak fines.
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schatz.senate.govRight now, our laws are allowing some of the worst employers to get away with exploiting kids for labor with nothing more than weak fines.
Discussing the need for stronger child labor laws.
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