This bill amends the Liquor Code of Pennsylvania, specifically Section 493, which outlines unlawful acts related to liquor, malt, and brewed beverages. The amendment introduces new provisions regarding the employment of minors in licensed establishments. It specifies that hotel, restaurant, or club liquor licensees may employ minors between the ages of fourteen and fifteen to perform certain duties, provided they do not work in areas where alcohol is being served or stored unsecured. Additionally, it allows nonprofit organizations that focus on providing culinary and life skills to employ minors aged fifteen to eighteen for similar duties, excluding the serving of alcoholic beverages.

The bill also clarifies that students receiving instruction in performing arts may perform exhibitions in licensed premises without compensation, as long as they are supervised and prior notice is given to the enforcement bureau. These changes aim to provide more flexibility in employing minors in the hospitality industry while ensuring compliance with existing labor laws and maintaining the integrity of alcohol service regulations. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 1813 (Jun 03, 2025): P.L.90, No.21