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Bill > S967
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
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)
Official Document
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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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