Bill > A00965

This bill requires state contractors to submit a statement certifying that their goods, work, or services will be supplied or performed without doing business with any organization, person, or entity engaging in human trafficking when submitting bids to state agencies. Specifically, bidders must include a signed statement affirming under penalty of perjury that they are not doing business with entities involved in human trafficking. Additionally, if a bidder maintains a written policy for preventing human trafficking within its operations, business dealings, and supply chain, they must submit a copy of that policy along with their bid. The bill clarifies that "engaging in human trafficking" does not include individuals who are or were victims of human trafficking. Bids that do not include this certification will not be considered for award, though bidders who cannot make the certification must provide a detailed explanation. The law will take effect 90 days after becoming law and will apply only to contracts entered into on or after that date, aiming to prevent human trafficking by creating transparency and accountability in state procurement processes.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A965