I would be open to allowing like 3 or 4 hours a week for 14-15 year olds, but we mustn't get in a position where work becomes an obligation for the child.
I agree with this. I have no problem with younger teens having summer jobs and the like, but throwing the entire statute out and removing all restrictions would create the unfortunate situation where 8th and 9th grade children of struggling families would be forced to forgo educational opportunities (and thus be stuck in long-term poverty) in order to help provide for the family.
