New JerseyBill would let young teens work until 10 p.m. before days without school
If passed, 14- and 15-year-olds could work until 10 p.m. during the school year when the next day is not a regular school day.
What it does
Fourteen- and 15-year-olds could work until 10 p.m. when the next day is not a regular school day. Existing limits on how many hours they can work would still apply.
Argument forLater shifts could give 14- and 15-year-olds more time to earn money before days off from school.
Argument againstLater shifts might leave these teens less evening time for rest or family, even when school is out the next day.
More detail
If passed, employers could let 14- and 15-year-olds work until 10 p.m. This covers workers ages 14 and 15, including during the school year. The workday must not come before a regularly scheduled school day. Existing daily and weekly work-hour limits would still apply. The 10 p.m. allowance would take effect as soon as the bill becomes law.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 1Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Labor CommitteeIntroduced
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