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PA HB1726
Bill
Status
7/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Dan Moul
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AI Summary
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Eliminates the work permit requirement for minors seeking employment in Pennsylvania by repealing Section 9 of the Child Labor Act, which previously mandated wallet-sized permits issued by school district officials
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Retains parental consent requirement only for minors under 16 years of age, who must have a written statement from a parent or legal guardian acknowledging the duties and hours of employment
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Removes the employer obligation to notify issuing officers when hiring or terminating minor employees, and eliminates the requirement to verify work permits before employment
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Eliminates school districts' administrative role in processing work permit applications and removes issuing officers' authority to deny or revoke permits based on academic achievement concerns
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
Further providing for definitions, for occupations and establishments, for employment of minors in a performance and for duties of employer; repealing provisions relating to work permit; and further providing for administration and for newspaper delivery.
Last Action
Referred to Labor & Industry
7/14/2025