Relating to ensuring that forced labor is not used for electric products that public bodies procure; declaring an emergency.
What changed between versions
Removed mandatory certification requirements for electric vehicles and solar photovoltaic systems that vendors must provide before contracts are signed.
Added establishment of a Task Force on Ethical Procurement with 11 members appointed by the Senate President, House Speaker, and Governor.
Added requirement for the task force to develop methods for verifying manufacturer and supplier identities and ensuring products don't involve forced labor.
Changed effective date from 91 days after session adjournment to immediate effect with an emergency declaration, and added a sunset date of December 31, 2026.
Removed specific civil penalty provisions of up to $10,000 or half the purchase price for providing false certifications.
Removed detailed definitions for 'electric vehicle', 'forced labor', 'oppressive child labor', 'public body', and 'solar photovoltaic energy system'.