2011 House Bill 4727 / Public Act 80

Revise youth work restrictions

Introduced in the House

June 9, 2011

Introduced by Rep. Ken Goike (R-33)

To revise a law that prohibits a minor from working in certain jobs considered potentially hazardous unless a permit is granted by the minor’s public school district. The bill would exempt work as an unpaid volunteer for an agricultural fair or exhibition.

Referred to the Committee on Commerce

June 14, 2011

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

June 22, 2011

Passed in the House 110 to 0 (details)

Received in the Senate

June 23, 2011

Referred to the Committee on Economic Development

June 30, 2011

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Passed in the Senate 38 to 0 (details)

To revise a law that prohibits a minor from working in certain jobs considered potentially hazardous unless a permit is granted by the minor’s public school district. The bill would exempt work as an unpaid volunteer for an agricultural fair or exhibition.

Signed by Gov. Rick Snyder

July 12, 2011