No Funds for Forced Labor Act
No Funds for Forced Labor Act
Plain Language Summary
# No Funds for Forced Labor Act (S 1685) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would prohibit the federal government from spending money on goods or services produced using forced labor. It aims to prevent U.S. taxpayer dollars from supporting companies or supply chains that rely on forced labor practices, whether domestically or internationally. **Who It Affects & Key Provisions:** The bill would impact federal agencies and contractors across government, requiring them to verify that products and services they purchase don't involve forced labor. This could affect procurement practices for everything from military supplies to office equipment.
The bill targets both domestic forced labor and international labor trafficking. **Current Status:** S 1685 is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. As a bill still in the early legislative stages, it has not become law. --- *Note: Specific enforcement mechanisms and penalties are not detailed in the summary provided. For complete legislative language, consult Congress.gov.*.
Latest Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.