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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the requirement that 14 or 15 year old obtain a work permit; establishing that employer seeking to hire a child 14 or older receive an age certificate from the commission prior to employing the child; providing commissioner the authority to issue age certificates for children ages 14 and over; and providing penalties for a person that issues an age certificate in violation of the article.
AI Summary
This bill aims to streamline child labor regulations by eliminating the requirement for 14 and 15-year-olds to obtain a work permit, instead mandating that employers seeking to hire a child aged 14 or older must first obtain an age certificate from the State Commissioner of Labor, or a designated official, which verifies the child's age and birth details based on proof like a birth certificate. The bill also grants the Commissioner the authority to issue these age certificates and to revoke them if improperly issued, while establishing penalties for individuals who illegally issue an age certificate, thereby ensuring that the process for verifying a child's age for employment is managed and overseen by the Commissioner.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
To House Government Organization (on 01/28/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4876&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4876%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4876 |
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