What is the current status of HR 3997?

HR 3997 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 3997?

HR 3997 was sponsored by Robert Scott (D), Rep.

Protecting Children from Child Labor

IntroducedJune 12, 2025

Introduced1 year ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Why This Matters

This bill aims to protect children from unsafe work environments and exploitation by tightening penalties and improving enforcement of child labor laws. It also focuses on education and research to raise awareness about these issues.

If you care about children's rights, this bill could help prevent their exploitation in the workforce.

Who this affects

Children in hazardous jobs · Families of affected children

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill increases penalties for companies that exploit child labor.
2It improves safety standards for workplaces that employ children.
3The bill supports better training for those enforcing child labor laws.
4It encourages research and public education about child labor issues.
5The bill allows private citizens to help enforce child labor laws.

Last changed 1 month ago · checked hourly

Protecting Children from Child Labor

IntroducedJune 12, 2025

Introduced1 year ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Why This Matters

If you care about children's rights, this bill could help prevent their exploitation in the workforce.

Who this affects

Children in hazardous jobs · Families of affected children

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill increases penalties for companies that exploit child labor.
2It improves safety standards for workplaces that employ children.
3The bill supports better training for those enforcing child labor laws.
4It encourages research and public education about child labor issues.
5The bill allows private citizens to help enforce child labor laws.

Last changed 1 month ago · checked hourly