FYI - Information on the new Work Permit system from the law firm of Foster Swift, Collins and Smith (please see below)

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Clare


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Hiring Minors? New Youth Work Permit Rules Take Effect Today

October 2, 2026
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Beginning October 2, 2026, Michigan employers that hire minors must now exclusively use the state's new Youth Employment Permit Portal (YEPP) for all new youth work permits.

To avoid delay, employers should prepare by: Registering their business in the portal; reviewing hiring procedures for minors; and ensuring that they are ready to submit required employment information electronically.

Employers must also continue to maintain work permits, post required notices, and comply with youth hour and workplace restrictions. Keep in mind, youth work permits issued by Michigan schools before the October 2 deadline, will be honored and do not need to be replaced simply because the process is now online. However, new permits obtained after October 2, as well as permits for minors changing employers or work locations, must be processed through YEPP.

The purpose of this change is to centralize the youth permit process, streamline compliance, and ensure all employers and minors follow the same rules. It also aligns with the Youth Employment Standards Act’s (YESA) goal of protecting young workers and prioritizing education.

Learn more and register through the Youth Employment Permit Portal (YEPP). If you have questions about YESA compliance, hiring minors, or updating your employment policies and practices, contact one of our Labor & Employment attorneys for guidance.
 

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Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D.

Library Law Consultant

Library of Michigan

MembielaC@michigan.gov

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