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Texas Labor Code - LAB § 51.015. Operation of Motor Vehicle for Certain Commercial Purposes

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) An occupation that involves the operation of a motor vehicle by a child for a commercial purpose is not a hazardous occupation under this chapter if the child:

(1) has a driver's license under Chapter 521, Transportation Code;

(2) is not required to obtain a commercial driver's license under Chapter 522, Transportation Code, to perform the duties of the occupation;

(3) performs the duties of the occupation:

(A) under the direct supervision of the child's parent or an adult having custody of the child;  and

(B) for a business owned or operated by the child's parent or guardian;  and

(4) operates a vehicle that has no more than two axles and does not exceed a gross vehicle weight rating of 15,000 pounds.

(b) The commission shall adopt rules consistent with this section.

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