Strengthening Protections Against Trafficking in Persons in Federal Contracts
Strengthened Anti-Trafficking Rules Required for Federal Contractors Nationwide
What it does
Agencies must amend procurement rules and require contractors to prevent trafficking, implement compliance plans, and report violations.
Real-world impact
- Requires contractors on many overseas contracts to keep and publish compliance plans.
- Gives agencies audit access and reporting duties that can prompt investigations.
- Mandates training and tracking for federal acquisition staff handling contracts.
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Summary
This order strengthens protections against trafficking in persons in federal contracting by directing changes to procurement rules and oversight. It requires contractors and subcontractors to prohibit trafficking-related practices, cooperate with audits and investigations, and, for work performed outside the United States valued over $500,000, to maintain and post compliance plans and certify their compliance.
The order also requires training for acquisition staff and directs an interagency task force to identify industries at risk and recommend safeguards to protect workers and ensure taxpayer dollars do not support trafficking.
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