Youth Employment Rights Amendment of 2019
Rationale
This change supports youth development by allowing supervised work from 16, while protecting younger children and ensuring education remains the priority.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Child Labour Law |
No employment of any kind until age 18
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Employment permitted from age 16 with restrictions; no work under 16
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Child Labour LawProposer
Party
National Democratic Congress
A party that plants prosperity in every neighborhood while forging pathways to tomorrow's dreams.
Core pillars
Nicholas Campbell
Activist · Age 40
A charismatic idealist from an old money family, Nicholas Campbell abandoned corporate law to champion progressive causes, his rousing speeches and magnetic presence making him a cult figure among young reformers and disillusioned elites alike.
Timeline
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Draft8 November 2019
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Vote Open24 November 2019
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Vote Closed23 January 2020
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Became Law23 January 2020
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
National Assembly
PassedFor: 55 / 100 seats (55.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 45
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Democratic Congress Proposer | 55 | Yes | No reason given |