Iowa’s child labor law could wind up in court
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Federal Department of Labor Takes Issue with Some Provisions of Iowa Law
Tough talk comes from a Presidential candidate about members of Congress getting too old.
Illinois might make changes to the estate tax.
And Iowa takes some heat from the federal government for its new child labor law.
Host Jim Niedelman gets to that with Democratic political consultant Kevin Perkins and former Iowa State Rep. David Millage, a Republican.
When it comes to child labor laws, “I don’t see either side giving in,” Millage said. “This is all because we have a shortage of workers in the state of Iowa.”
“When you get into heavy, dangerous equipment, I think might be getting on a little bit of a slippery slope,” Perkins said.
Hear more of what our panelists have to say when you click on the video.
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Introduction
The Federal Department of Labor has raised concerns regarding certain provisions of Iowa’s new child labor law. This article discusses the issue and features insights from Democratic political consultant Kevin Perkins and former Iowa State Rep. David Millage, a Republican.
Child Labor Laws and Worker Shortage
According to Millage, both sides involved in the child labor law debate are unwilling to compromise. He attributes this to the shortage of workers in the state of Iowa. The scarcity of labor has led to the implementation of this controversial law.
Perkins, however, expresses concerns about the potential risks associated with allowing young workers to operate heavy and dangerous equipment. He believes that this could lead to a slippery slope.
Conclusion
The federal government’s criticism of Iowa’s child labor law highlights the ongoing debate surrounding this issue. As the state grapples with a shortage of workers, it becomes crucial to strike a balance between addressing labor needs and ensuring the safety and well-being of young workers.
Additional Information
For more insights from the panelists, please watch the accompanying video.
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SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Target 8.7: Take immediate and effective measures to eradicate forced labor, end modern slavery and human trafficking, and secure the prohibition and elimination of the worst forms of child labor.
- Indicator 8.7.1: Proportion and number of children aged 5-17 years engaged in child labor, by sex and age group.
The article discusses the issue of Iowa’s new child labor law, which has received criticism from the federal government. This issue is directly connected to SDG 8, which focuses on promoting inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment, and decent work for all. Specifically, Target 8.7 aims to eradicate forced labor, end modern slavery and human trafficking, and eliminate the worst forms of child labor. The article mentions the shortage of workers in Iowa as a reason for the new law, indicating a potential increase in child labor. The indicator 8.7.1, which measures the proportion and number of children engaged in child labor, can be used to monitor progress towards this target.
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | Target 8.7: Take immediate and effective measures to eradicate forced labor, end modern slavery and human trafficking, and secure the prohibition and elimination of the worst forms of child labor. | Indicator 8.7.1: Proportion and number of children aged 5-17 years engaged in child labor, by sex and age group. |
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