This bill amends several sections of the Nebraska Revised Statutes to update provisions related to child labor, penalties under the Nebraska Wage Payment and Collection Act, and the Contractor Registration Act. Key changes include the requirement for employers to retain employment certificates for children until they reach the age of sixteen or until their employment is terminated, and to make these certificates accessible to the Department of Labor. The bill also grants the Commissioner of Labor new powers to subpoena records and witnesses, conduct investigations without prior notice, and eliminates the requirement for a hotline and website for reporting suspected violations under the Employee Classification Act.

Additionally, the bill modifies penalty provisions for employers who fail to comply with wage payment laws, allowing for the recovery of attorney's fees under certain conditions. It repeals outdated sections of the law and harmonizes various provisions to streamline enforcement and compliance processes. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the regulatory framework surrounding labor practices in Nebraska, particularly concerning the protection of child workers and the enforcement of wage payment laws.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 29-431, 48-302, 48-303, 48-309, 48-1231, 48-1233, 48-1234, 48-2107, 48-2905