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BillHR 9347 · 119

To strengthen protections against child labor violations, and for other purposes.

Introduced
Jun 18, 2026
Cosponsors
14
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 18, 2026

Bill Summary

Strengthens protections against child labor violations by increasing enforcement and regulations. Requires stricter adherence to child labor laws to prevent exploitation.

Sponsored By

Rosa L. DeLauro
Democrat · Connecticut · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jun 18, 2026
  3. Jun 18, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects children under the age of 18 who are or may be employed, by increasing protections and safeguards to prevent labor exploitation. It also impacts employers who hire minors, as they will be subject to stricter regulations and enforcement.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Education and Workforce
IntroducedJun 18, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.