Bill > HB1745

This bill amends the Child Labor Law of 2024 to further restrict work hours for minors, primarily by reducing the maximum number of hours a minor can work outside of school from 24 to 18 hours per week. The bill modifies existing regulations regarding when and how long minors can work, maintaining core protections while making some nuanced adjustments. Specifically, for minors under 16, the bill limits work to 18 hours per week outside of school hours, prohibits working more than 3 hours per day on school days, and restricts work to no more than 2 school days per week. The bill preserves some exceptions for specific types of work, such as live theatrical performances, where minors may have slightly extended hours (for example, live theatrical performers can work until 11 p.m. on performance nights). The changes aim to balance employment opportunities for young workers with protections to ensure their education and well-being are not compromised by excessive work hours. These modifications apply to various employers, including park districts, youth clubs, and municipal recreation departments, ensuring consistent standards across different types of youth employment.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1745&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104