Article XVI. Mining and Irrigation
Article XVI, Section 2. Ventilation - employment of children
Constitution of the State of Colorado
Official text
The general assembly shall provide by law for the proper ventilation of mines, the construction of escapement shafts, and such other appliances as may be necessary to protect the health and secure the safety of the workmen therein; and shall prohibit the employment in the mines of children under twelve years of age.
Source: Entire article added, effective August 1, 1876, see L. 1877, p. 71.
Source: Colorado Revised Statutes 2024, Constitution (Colorado Office of Legislative Legal Services)
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