Bill > HB4932

This bill amends the Youth Employment Standards Act by modifying definitions, employment restrictions, and penalties for violations. It defines key terms like "Department" and "Director," and clarifies employment restrictions for minors, including hazardous occupations and minimum age requirements. The bill also grants the Director authority to promulgate rules, grant deviations, and enforce the Act, including through administrative fines and civil actions. Significantly, it increases the criminal penalties for violations, particularly for repeat offenses and cases where a minor is killed or suffers great bodily harm on the job. Overall, the bill strengthens protections for young workers in Michigan.