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This historical document contains the proceedings of the United States Senate Committee on Interstate Commerce hearings regarding H.R. 8234, a??an act to Prevent Interstate Commerce in the Products of Child Labor.a?? Held during the Sixty-fourth Congress, First Session in 1916, the hearings offer a detailed examination of the arguments for and against federal intervention in regulating child labor practices across state lines.
The transcript provides invaluable insights into the social, economic, and political considerations that shaped early 20th-century debates on labor laws and the protection of children. It showcases the perspectives of senators, industry representatives, and advocates, revealing the complexities and challenges of balancing economic interests with the well-being of young workers. A crucial resource for researchers and students of legal history, labor history, and children's studies, this document captures a pivotal moment in the ongoing struggle to safeguard children from exploitation.
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