Bill > HB2691

This bill prohibits any state agency or political subdivision (referred to as a "governmental entity") from entering into contracts to buy electric vehicles or their parts unless the manufacturer provides a sworn certification. This certification must confirm that the manufacturer agrees to be subject to Missouri's legal jurisdiction and, crucially, that no entity involved in the production of the electric vehicle or its components, including the sourcing of raw materials, has used forced labor or oppressive child labor. Forced labor is defined broadly to include work obtained through force, fraud, or coercion, or imposed based on protected characteristics, and not offered voluntarily. Oppressive child labor specifically refers to employing anyone under fourteen in hazardous occupations. If a manufacturer provides false information, they could face significant civil penalties. The bill also outlines fines for governmental entities, state employees, local government employees, and board members who knowingly violate these provisions, with penalties directed to specific state funds like the general revenue fund, the Missouri veterans commission, or local school districts. Furthermore, any citizen can bring legal action to enforce these requirements.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2691&year=2026&code=R