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business1 year ago•2 min saved

Smithfield Fined $2M for Child Labor Violations in Minnesota

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. has agreed to pay a $2 million fine for alleged child labor violations at its St. James, Minnesota plant, marking the largest penalty ever recovered by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. The investigation found that at least 11 minors, aged 14-17, were employed in hazardous conditions, violating state labor laws. While Smithfield disputes the allegations, claiming the minors used fake IDs, the company has agreed to settle to avoid prolonged litigation and will implement measures to ensure future compliance.

via KARE11.com|

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social-issues-labor2 years ago•6 min saved

"Child Migrants Exploited in Hazardous and Unlawful Labor Practices"

A New York Times investigation revealed that migrant children in the U.S. are working in dangerous and illegal jobs, such as roofing and construction, which are prohibited for minors. Private auditors, hired to identify unlawful labor practices, consistently fail to detect child labor, partly due to conflicts of interest and ineffective auditing practices. Children often work night shifts with fake IDs, making it harder for auditors to identify them. The surge in migrant children working in hazardous conditions is attributed to poverty and the need to support their families. Despite the severity of the issue, the Department of Labor's limited resources and reliance on private audits hinder effective enforcement of child labor laws.

via PBS NewsHour|

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