The bill amends the Youth Employment Standards Act of 1978 to enhance the legal framework surrounding the employment of minors in Michigan. Key changes include the removal of the requirement for work permits and the registration of employers and employed minors, which are replaced by provisions that require employers to obtain documentation to establish proof of a minor's age. The bill also introduces new definitions and clarifies the responsibilities of employers regarding the documentation they must maintain for minors they employ. Additionally, it establishes that minors who are students not in good standing must have their employment information communicated to their school and employer.

Further amendments include stricter regulations on the hours and conditions under which minors can work, particularly for those under 16 years of age. The bill specifies that minors must not work more than a certain number of hours per week and introduces new restrictions on working hours during school sessions. It also allows for the employment of minors aged 14 and older in nonagricultural occupations involving power-driven lawn mowers or cutters, while maintaining restrictions on their employment in establishments where alcoholic beverages are sold. The bill aims to ensure the safety and well-being of minors in the workforce while providing clearer guidelines for employers.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 409.102, 409.104