Senate Bill 462 proposes significant changes to the regulations surrounding the employment of minors in Wisconsin. The bill repeals the existing provision that specifically limits the requirement for permits to minors under 16 years of age, thereby expanding the definition of a minor to include anyone under 18. This means that all minors will now require a written permit to be employed, regardless of their age. Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision allowing minors to work as election inspectors without a permit, and it amends various sections of the law to reflect these changes, including the responsibilities of employers and the conditions under which minors can be employed.

The bill also includes several amendments that clarify the requirements for permits and the conditions under which minors can work. For instance, it specifies that permits must be obtained for minors employed in street trades and outlines the responsibilities of employers in maintaining these permits. Furthermore, it emphasizes that minors cannot be employed during school hours unless they have completed high school, as evidenced by a diploma or equivalency certificate. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the protection of minors in the workforce by ensuring that all individuals under 18 are subject to the same employment regulations.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 102.60(1m)(c), 102.60, 103.25(1), 103.25, 103.27(2), 103.27, 103.28(2), 103.28, 103.70(1), 103.70, 103.70(2)(a), 103.70(2)(b)(intro.), 103.71(1), 103.71, 103.74(intro.), 103.74, 103.80(2), 103.80, 103.81(1), 103.81, 103.81(2), 103.81(2m)