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Child Labor Ban on Tobacco Farms: Protecting Youth Health and Safety.

This act aims to protect children by prohibiting their employment in tobacco-related agriculture. This means individuals under 18 years old will not be allowed to have direct contact with tobacco plants or dried tobacco leaves as part of their work. This change seeks to improve the safety and health of young people by eliminating risks associated with tobacco exposure.
Key points
Prohibits employment of individuals under 18 in tobacco agriculture if they have direct contact with tobacco plants or leaves.
The act expands the definition of 'oppressive child labor' in labor law to include tobacco-related agriculture.
The goal is to protect children's health and safety from the harmful effects of tobacco.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1742
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2025-05-13
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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 119_S_1742.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits employment of individuals under 18 in tobacco agriculture if they have direct contact with tobacco plants or leaves.
  • The act expands the definition of 'oppressive child labor' in labor law to include tobacco-related agriculture.
  • The goal is to protect children's health and safety from the harmful effects of tobacco.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

CATEGORIES

Labor Health Family Agriculture