As of 1937, the Child Labor Amendment, which sought to empower Congress to regulate labor for individuals under 18 years of age, had not achieved the necessary ratification by all states. While 28 states had ratified the amendment by this time, it remained ten states short of the 38 required for full enactment. This means a total of 22 states had not passed the amendment by that point in history.
Among the states that actively opposed or had not ratified the amendment, some explicitly rejected it during the early 20th century.
Examples of States That Rejected the Amendment
Several states notably rejected the Child Labor Amendment during its consideration. These decisions were often influenced by a variety of political, economic, and social factors prevalent at the time. The following states are examples of those that rejected the amendment in the early 20th century:
| State |
|---|
| Massachusetts |
| Connecticut |
| Vermont |
| Delaware |
| Maryland |
These states, along with others that had not yet ratified, contributed to the amendment's failure to secure the required support for its adoption. The views and regulations surrounding child labor have evolved significantly since this period.
