Tag Archives: Iowa child labor laws

Are We Living In A “David Copperfield” Movie?

Posted on June 24, 2024 by Trish Nelson

From the Summer 2024 edition of The Prairie Progressive, Iowa’s oldest progressive newsletter. The PP is  funded entirely by reader subscription, available in hard copy for $15/yr.  Send check to PP, Box 1945, Iowa City 52244. Click here for archived … Continue reading →

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Why We Need Labor Day: Iowa Child Labor Laws

Posted on September 4, 2023 by Trish Nelson

Reposted from Iowa Capital Dispatch  by Robin Opsahl Iowa’s new child labor law conflicts with federal regulations by easing some restrictions on teenagers working in potentially dangerous conditions, the U.S. Department of Labor wrote in a letter to Democratic lawmakers. … Continue reading →

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Ethics of Reduced Labor Protections for Minors in Iowa

Posted on June 15, 2023 by Trish Nelson

“We don’t think fifteen year olds are children.” – Jessica Dunker, President & CEO-Iowa Restaurant Association Reduced Protection for Minors – Ethical Perspectives On the News Moderator: Bob Rush Panelists: Jessica Dunker, President & CEO – Iowa Restaurant Association Nate … Continue reading →

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Iowa R’s Are All In With Child Labor

Posted on April 19, 2023 by Trish Nelson
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