GIVENS’ SB 128 PASSES THE SENATE,
EXPANDING YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS
FRANKFORT, KY. (March 12, 2024) –The Senate has approved Senate Bill (SB) 128, an initiative championed by Senate President Pro Tempore David Givens, R-Greensburg, to enhance youth employment prospects across the state. SB 128 introduces provisions aimed at facilitating the involvement of minors in work programs under nonprofit organizations, fostering vital life and employment skills.
SB 128 empowers nonprofit organizations to tailor work programs for minors aged twelve (12) or thirteen (13) years old, prioritizing the cultivation of essential life skills and employment experience. This initiative aligns closely with broader educational objectives.
"This marks a crucial step towards equipping our youth with the skills and experiences necessary for success in the workforce and beyond," said Senator Givens. "By providing opportunities for young individuals to gain practical skills and valuable work experience, we're investing in the future of our state and empowering our next generation of leaders."
The bill includes stringent regulations to ensure these work programs do not interfere with educational commitments, with oversight by the Department of Workplace Standards to ensure compliance and safety standards are met.
Having cleared the Senate, SB 128 now advances to the House for further consideration.
For more information on SB 128 and other legislative updates during the 2024 Regular Session of the Kentucky General Assembly, please visit www.Legislature.ky.gov.
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Senator David Givens, R-Greensburg, represents the 9th Senate District, which includes Barren, Edmondson, Green, and Hart Counties, as well as northwestern Warren County. He serves in Senate Majority leadership as Senate President Pro Tempore. Additionally, he serves as co-chair of the Commission on Race and Access to Opportunity. Givens is also a member of the Senate Standing Committees on Agriculture; Education; and Appropriations and Revenue.