Labor: youth employment; parent or legal guardian of a minor being educated at the minor's home; allow to issue a work permit for the minor. Amends sec. 2 of 1978 PA 90 (MCL 409.102).
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill changes the rules for issuing work permits to minors who are being educated at home. Currently, only school officials can issue these permits, but this legislation allows a minor’s parent or legal guardian to also issue a work permit if the minor is receiving education at home under specific state guidelines. The bill amends existing law to clarify who can issue these permits and ensure minors receiving home education can also participate in the workforce.
Key provisions
- Allows a minor's parent or legal guardian to issue a work permit.
- Specifically applies to minors receiving education under section 1561(3)(f) of the Revised School Code.
- Defines ‘issuing officer’ to include parents/guardians in certain circumstances.
- Updates the definition of ‘minor’ to remain under 18 years of age.
- Clarifies the meaning of ‘employ’ and ‘employer’ within the context of the Youth Employment Standards Act.
Who is affected
- Minors under 18 years of age
- Parents and legal guardians of home-schooled minors
- School districts and related educational institutions
- Employers who hire minors
Notable changes
- Expands the authority to issue work permits beyond school officials.
- Creates an exception for minors receiving education at home.
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Gregory Markkanen
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