"Rising Trend: US States Push for Teen Bartenders Amidst Changing Labor Laws"
TL;DR
Several US states, including Iowa, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, New Mexico, Alabama, Wisconsin, and Idaho, have either enacted or introduced laws that would allow minors aged 14 to 17 to serve alcohol and bartend. This trend is driven by businesses and lawmakers seeking solutions to the ongoing labor shortage. The National Restaurant Association has reportedly supported these efforts, although there are concerns about the potential risks and dangers of putting minors in contact with alcohol.
Topics:businesssociety#alcohol-service-age#child-labor-laws#labor-shortage#restaurant-industry#society#teenagers
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