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Introduced
07/29/2020
07/29/2020
In Committee
07/29/2020
07/29/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To require certain businesses to disclose the use of forced labor in their direct supply chain, and for other purposes. 1
AI Summary
This bill, the Slave-Free Business Certification Act of 2020, would require certain large businesses with annual worldwide gross receipts exceeding $500 million to conduct annual audits of their supply chains and on-site service providers to investigate the presence of forced labor. These businesses would be required to submit reports to the Secretary of Labor detailing their policies and procedures to prevent forced labor, the findings of their audits, and a certification from the CEO that they have complied with the law's requirements. The Secretary would be empowered to assess civil and punitive damages against businesses that violate the law's provisions, and to seek injunctive relief to address hazards to workers. The bill also directs the Secretary to promulgate rules to implement the Act within 180 days of its enactment.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. (on 07/29/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/7824/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr7824/BILLS-116hr7824ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr7824/BILLS-116hr7824ih.pdf.pdf |
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