Children can have jobs in Texas, that much is known, but what obligations do businesses have when it comes to minimum wage and appropriate workplace conditions when adding children to the payroll?

Texas Child Labor Laws

The point of having these laws is to ensure that no harm comes to a child's safety, health, or well-being. Once they turn 18, they are considered an adult. Read More: Understanding The Cost Of Raising Children In Lubbock, Texas

If a business seeks to employ someone under the age of 18, there are some ground rules set by the state . For instance, youth employees must be entitled to overtime pay on top of their minimum wage, and they must be able to work in a non-hazardous environment.

Fun Fact: Although the federal minimum wage is $7.25, businesses in Texas are a

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