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Iowa restaurants push back against new teen work hours law
Small restaurant owners led by Chad Simmons say fines from 50 thousand to 180 thousand dollars loom for following Iowa’s looser teen work rules that clash with federal standards. Jessica Dunker of the Iowa Restaurant Association says many firms face penalties while arguing the state law expands teen job opportunities. Federal officials note nationwide violations as departments investigate and cite penalties under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The Gazette reports Simmons has appealed and negotiates for relief while lawmakers defend the state measure as boosting youth employment.
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