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Using complete sentences, explain how the progressive movement influenced labor laws and rights. Make sure to include provisions set by the progressive movement for workers.

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Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: Prior to the labor rights set by the progressive movement, there were many issues with child labor, unsafe working conditions, and long hours. The provisions that were set up alleviated many of these issues. The work day was shortened to eight hours in mines and other public work projects. Children under the age of 15 were not allowed to work in hazardous areas. No girls were allowed to work in underground mines and neither were boys under the age of 16. Also, the chief mine inspector had to have at least eight years of experience working in mines. Finally, convict labor was prohibited throughout the state, and the Department of Labor was established.

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