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Increased Transparency for Companies on Forced Labor and China Ties.

New regulations require companies importing products into the U.S. to disclose information about their supply chains, especially if there's a risk of forced labor from China's Xinjiang region. This aims to increase consumer and business awareness of product origins and ethical business practices. Citizens will have access to more information about where products come from and whether companies adhere to ethical standards.
Key points
Publicly traded companies must report on their sourcing and due diligence activities to ensure products are not linked to forced labor from Xinjiang, China.
Companies will need to disclose transactions with entities on specific U.S. government lists, including those designated as Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies.
U.S. publicly traded companies with facilities in China must annually report on the presence of Chinese Communist Party committees within their operations and their involvement in corporate decisions.
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Print number: 119_S_1358
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2025-04-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

TASK Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1358.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Publicly traded companies must report on their sourcing and due diligence activities to ensure products are not linked to forced labor from Xinjiang, China.
  • Companies will need to disclose transactions with entities on specific U.S. government lists, including those designated as Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies.
  • U.S. publicly traded companies with facilities in China must annually report on the presence of Chinese Communist Party committees within their operations and their involvement in corporate decisions.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Scott, Rick [R-FL].

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 2025-12-23.

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