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CA SB1231

Bill

Status

Vetoed

9/25/2010

Primary Sponsor

Ellen Corbett

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Origin

Senate

2009-2010 Session

AI Summary

  • Renames the "Sweat Free Code of Conduct" to the "Slave and Sweat Free Code of Conduct" and expands contractor certification requirements to prohibit abusive forms of labor for all persons, not just children.

  • Increases the debarment period for contractors who knowingly furnish products produced by prohibited labor from 360 days to 2 years, and allows penalties of $1,000 or 20% of the contract value.

  • Requires contractors with manufacturing locations outside the United States to comply with international laws or treaties binding on their countries, and mandates subcontractors sign certifications under penalty of perjury.

  • Establishes a contractor responsibility program by January 1, 2012, with phased implementation allowing up to one year for apparel/garments and up to three years for other procurement categories.

  • Extends procurement protections to require compliance with local labor standards, safe working conditions, prohibitions on forced labor and child labor, and anti-discrimination policies in contractor facilities.

Legislative Description

Public contracts: state agency: sweatshop labor: slave

Last Action

In Senate. To unfinished business. (Veto)

9/27/2010

Committee Referrals

Appropriations4/14/2010
Governmental Organization3/4/2010
Rules2/19/2010

Full Bill Text

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