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Prohibiting Child Labor in Tobacco Farming: Protecting Health and Safety.

This proposed bill aims to prohibit the employment of children under eighteen years of age in tobacco agriculture. This means young people will not be allowed to have direct contact with tobacco plants or dried leaves, protecting their health and safety from harmful substances.
Key points
Prohibits employment of individuals under 18 in tobacco agriculture if they have direct contact with tobacco plants or leaves.
Amends existing child labor laws to classify tobacco-related agriculture as oppressive child labor.
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Additional Information
Children Don't Belong on Tobacco Farms Act
Print number: HR 4020
Sponsor: Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3]
Process start date: 2023-06-12