Scott Walker signs bill ending work permits for 16- and 17-year-olds

[TexasTowelie]

Gov. Scott Walker signed 10 bills into law Wednesday, including measures that allow delivery robots on sidewalks and end work permits for 16- and 17-year-olds.

Two of the bills drew opposition from Democrats, including one that eliminates the phrase "child labor" from statutes and replaces it with "the employment of minors." The law turns back a century-old requirement that teenagers obtain a parent's signature and permit in order to work.

Republicans said the bill is a barrier to employment for some low-income youth and a needless government intrusion. Democrats and labor unions said it prevents parents from being able to control the work/school balance for their children. More than 70,000 permits were issued to 16- and 17-year-olds last year.

The other bill that drew objections clarified a recently updated definition of restaurants so that venues such as brewpubs, movie theaters, concession stands and painting studios could qualify for a liquor license.

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[dembotoz]

1. i rather agree with requirement

do not think having me to sign off is too much to ask for my kid

[AJT]

2. I worked at 16 and there was no paperwork for my parents to sign.