Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has said she plans to sign into law new legislation allowing children to work in roles that were previously prohibited and for longer hours.
Reynolds, a Republican, told The Washington Post in a statement on May 4, “Iowans are proud to be known for our strong work ethic, and we want to instill those same values in the next generation.”
She added that the legislation, Senate File 542, removes “unnecessary restrictions” on minors who want to work while also granting them new opportunities “to work to get ahead in life or save money for college.”
The bill passed the GOP-controlled Iowa Senate in a 32–17 vote in April….