450.165 Child labor law and farm labor accounts. 450.001 Short title.The Florida Legislature just passed a bill to loosen existing work restrictions for minors who are at least 16 years old. Do minors need a work permit or working papers to work? No. Employers must obtain and keep proof of age on record during the employment of the minor. 2. As a minor, students cannot work during school hours unless exempt. Both Federal and State laws govern the employment of young workers and when both are applicable, the law with the stricter standard must be obeyed. No. Employers must obtain and keep proof of age on record during the employment of the minor. Note: Hazardous occupations still apply for minors. From what I just read of the bill minors aged 16-17 still get a break every 4 hrs.