A proposed bill seeks to decrease the weekly working hours for underage entertainers in South Korea, with concerns about the health issues faced by young performers remaining unaddressed. Representative Kim Jun-hyuk of the Democratic Party of Korea introduced a revision to the Popular Culture and Arts Industry Development Act on September 11. The amendment aims to limit the weekly working hours of underage entertainers, with those aged 15 to 18 restricted to 40 hours per week, and younger age groups facing even shorter hour caps. The current regulations allow entertainers aged 15 to 18 to work up to 40 hours per week, with a possible extension of six hours based on agreement. However, the proposed revision aims to align the working hours of underage entertainers in the cultural industry with the standards set by the South Korean Labor Standards Act. There have been calls for increased protection for young entertainers, particularly K-pop idols, who often start training and debuting at a young age. Representative Kim emphasized the importance of considering children's development when determining working hours and urged the government and entertainment industry to prioritize the well-being of underage workers.