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Slave-Free Business Certification Act: Ensuring Ethical Supply Chains

This act aims to ensure that large businesses operating in the U.S. do not use forced labor in their supply chains. Companies will be required to audit their suppliers and publicly disclose the results, increasing transparency and protecting workers' rights globally. This empowers citizens to make more informed purchasing decisions, supporting ethically operating businesses.
Key points
Large businesses (with over $500 million in annual revenue) must audit their supply chains for forced labor.
Companies will be required to publish annual audit reports on their websites, disclosing any instances of forced labor.
High financial penalties are imposed for violations, discouraging the use of forced labor.
The act aims to increase corporate accountability and protect human rights in global supply chains.
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Print number: 117_S_3578
Sponsor: Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]
Process start date: 2022-02-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Slave-Free Business Certification Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3578.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Large businesses (with over $500 million in annual revenue) must audit their supply chains for forced labor.
  • Companies will be required to publish annual audit reports on their websites, disclosing any instances of forced labor.
  • High financial penalties are imposed for violations, discouraging the use of forced labor.
  • The act aims to increase corporate accountability and protect human rights in global supply chains.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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