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The Companies Behind the Surge in Illegal Child Labor
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2024
Level National
State(s) All States
Source Good Jobs First
Policy Areas Children & Families, Economic Justice
Federal enforcement data reveals a significant surge in illegal child labor mostly driven by large retail and restaurant chains. Penalties for violations remain low and enforcement is generally insufficient to deter the use of child labor. This report advocates for stricter federal...
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