Child Labor

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The issue of child labor is not just a topic of discussion; it's a critical focal point for businesses, NGOs, policymakers, and advocacy groups committed to ethical and legal compliance. Federal regulations surrounding child labor are ever-evolving, and staying informed is paramount for those impacted by legislative changes.

Importance of Monitoring Child Labor Regulations

For many stakeholders, monitoring child labor policies in the Federal Register is essential. Failing to comply with these regulations can lead to significant legal consequences and financial penalties. Thus, keeping abreast of changes in legislation is crucial for:

  • Retailers and Manufacturers: Ensuring that supply chains are free of child exploitation and meet ethical sourcing standards.
  • Compliance Officers: Staying informed about changes to child labor laws to help their organizations remain compliant.
  • Legal Advisors: Providing relevant and timely advice to clients about compliance obligations.
  • Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Advocacy Groups: Tracking policy changes to effectively campaign for better labor standards.

Why It Matters

Child labor regulations are designed to protect the most vulnerable members of society. These laws impact various industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, and retail distribution. Recent trends highlight an intensification of regulations aimed at closing loopholes and increasing penalties for violations.

Staying informed about these changes enables businesses and organizations to not only comply with existing laws but also to support positive industry shifts toward more ethical practices.

Key considerations include:

  • The need for retailers to provide transparent supply chains.
  • Financial entities requiring insights to avoid financing companies that fail to meet child labor standards.
  • HR professionals needing to implement and monitor compliance programs within organizations.

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Latest Documents

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The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
Rule Jan 10, 2025
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
Rule Jan 11, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor (the Department) is modifying Wage and Hour Division regulations to replace its analysis for determining employee or independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA or Act) with an analysis...
Rule Jan 10, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
Rule Jan 13, 2023
The U.S. Department of Labor (the Department) is proposing to modify Wage and Hour Division regulations to revise its analysis for determining employee or independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA or Act) to be mo...
Proposed Rule Oct 13, 2022
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
Rule Jan 14, 2022
In December 2020, the Department promulgated a final rule (2020 Tip final rule) to amend its tip regulations to address the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018 (CAA) amendments to section 3(m) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), among other t...
Rule Sep 24, 2021
In this notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM), the Department proposes to withdraw and repropose two portions of the Tip Regulations Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) (2020 Tip final rule) and seeks comment on whether to revise one other porti...
Proposed Rule Mar 25, 2021
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
Rule Jan 14, 2021
The U.S. Department of Labor (the Department) is revising its interpretation of independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA or the Act) to promote certainty for stakeholders, reduce litigation, and encourage innovation in t...
Rule Jan 07, 2021
In the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018 (CAA), Congress amended section 3(m) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to prohibit employers from keeping tips received by their employees, regardless of whether the employers take a tip credit unde...
Rule Dec 30, 2020
The U.S. Department of Labor (the Department) is revising its interpretation of independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA or Act) in order to promote certainty for stakeholders, reduce litigation, and encourage innovation...
Proposed Rule Sep 25, 2020
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
Rule Jan 15, 2020
In this final rule, the Department of Labor (Department) revises its regulations issued pursuant to the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA), the H-2A provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (H-2A), the Fair Labor...
Rule Nov 07, 2019
In the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018 (CAA), Congress amended section 3(m) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to prohibit employers from keeping tips received by their employees, regardless of whether the employers take a tip credit under...
Proposed Rule Oct 08, 2019
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
Rule Jan 23, 2019
The Department of Labor (Department) is proposing this rule to enhance employment, training, and apprenticeship opportunities for 16- and 17-year-olds in health care occupations in the United States while maintaining worker safety. The changes propos...
Proposed Rule Sep 27, 2018
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced in its regulations, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended...
Rule Jan 02, 2018
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced in its regulations, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended...
Rule Jan 18, 2017
In this final rule, the Department of Labor (DOL or Department) revises regulations issued pursuant to the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (FLSA), the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA), the Service Contract Act (SCA), Contract Work Hours and Safet...
Rule Jan 09, 2017
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