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Texas Adds Labor Law Protections

09/07/23

Author: ADP Admin/Tuesday, September 5, 2023/Categories: Compliance Corner , State Compliance Update, Texas

Texas has enacted legislation (House Bill 2459) to further protect certain employees from labor law violations. House Bill 2459 takes effect on Sept. 1, 2023.

The Details

As background, Texas labor laws cover and provide certain employment protections to employees, including those under 18 years of age.

Under House Bill 2459, an employer that is found to have violated child and other covered labor laws may face a financial penalty of up to $10,000. The amount will depend on the seriousness of the violation, which includes:

  • The nature, circumstances, extent and gravity of the violations;
  • The history of previous violations;
  • The amount necessary to deter future violations;
  • Efforts to correct the violation; and
  • Other relevant matters.

Next Steps

To help ensure compliance with House Bill 2459:

  • Review and update child labor policy and practices, such as, but not limited to, pay, overtime, age and hour restrictions.
  • Train supervisors and hiring personnel.

Please contact your dedicated service professional with any questions.  

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