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Date: 09/17/2025

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Working as a child
Learn more about Illinois laws in place regarding children working.
Working as a child
Learn about when children can start working, work permits, and the restrictions on the hours and types of work children can do.
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Filing a workplace discrimination claim with the IDHR
Steps to file a complaint with Illinois Department of Human Rights from when to file and how long the process takes.
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Protections for child influencers
Starting 7/1/2024, a minor under 16 who is featured in a family member's online content that makes money is entitled to records of how much money the family member makes off the content and a portion of the compensation.
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