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Florida Bill Allows Minors to Work Overnight Shifts

3/27/2025

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Florida lawmakers are pushing a controversial bill that would permit minors as young as 14 to work overnight shifts, easing restrictions for older teens as well. Governor Ron DeSantis backs this decision, attributing it to labor shortages. However, critics fear this could jeopardize the education and welfare of vulnerable youth.

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Story summary

Florida lawmakers are pushing a controversial bill that would permit minors as young as 14 to work overnight shifts, easing restrictions for older teens as well. Governor Ron DeSantis backs this decision, attributing it to labor shortages. However, critics fear this could jeopardize the education and welfare of vulnerable youth.