HR 9347 is a bill introduced in the 119th Congress. It aims to strengthen protections against child labor violations. As of June 18, 2026, the bill was sent to the House Committee on Education and Workforce and the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Each committee will review the parts of the bill that fall under its authority. No vote has been taken yet.
Federal rules about child labor affect what jobs minors in Houston can legally hold and what penalties employers face for violations. Changes could affect local businesses and working minors.
