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MA S967

MA S967
Eradicating human trafficking and promoting transparency in the retail supply chain


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to eradicate human trafficking and promoting transparency in the retail supply chain. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill aims to eradicate human trafficking and promote transparency in the retail supply chain. It requires retail sellers and manufacturers doing business in Massachusetts with annual worldwide gross receipts exceeding $100 million to disclose their efforts to address the risk of human trafficking in their direct supply chains. Retailers must disclose information on their website or provide it in writing to consumers upon request, including details on supply chain verification, auditing, supplier certifications, internal accountability standards, and employee training related to human trafficking. Violations of this law can result in enforcement action by the state Attorney General seeking injunctive relief.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2612 (on 02/08/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S967
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S967.pdf
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