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Prohibiting Child Labor in Tobacco Farming: Protecting Young Workers.

This act prohibits the employment of children under 18 in tobacco-related agriculture. Its purpose is to protect the health and safety of young individuals who would have direct contact with tobacco plants or dried tobacco leaves. This change means such work will be considered harmful to children, impacting employment conditions in agriculture.
Key points
Children under 18 years old will be prohibited from working in tobacco cultivation or having contact with tobacco plants.
Tobacco-related work for individuals under 18 will be deemed hazardous and forbidden.
The act aims to protect the health and safety of young people from the harmful effects of tobacco.
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Print number: 117_HR_3865
Sponsor: Rep. Cicilline, David N. [D-RI-1]
Process start date: 2021-06-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Children Don’t Belong on Tobacco Farms Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3865.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Children under 18 years old will be prohibited from working in tobacco cultivation or having contact with tobacco plants.
  • Tobacco-related work for individuals under 18 will be deemed hazardous and forbidden.
  • The act aims to protect the health and safety of young people from the harmful effects of tobacco.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cicilline, David N. [D-RI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

CATEGORIES

Labor Family Agriculture