PROCUREMENT
PREVENTING TRAFFICKING BY UPDATING PROCUREMENT POLICIES
Understanding Procurement
Procurement is the process government agencies use to buy the goods and services they need to operate. This includes everything from construction projects and cleaning services to food, uniforms, technology, and transportation. Since local and state government buy so many products and services every year, the way they choose who to work with makes a big difference. By choosing responsible companies and setting simple standards, they help make sure public money doesn’t support exploitation or trafficking.
Why Procurement Matters in Preventing Trafficking
When state and local authorities require businesses to follow clear anti-trafficking rules and check where their products and labor come from, it helps prevent forced labor and other abuses. Updating procurement policies across Los Angeles and the State of California to match federal standards would close important gaps and make sure companies taking public money are doing their part to prevent trafficking. Strengthening procurement is a simple, proactive step to protect workers, promote fair treatment, and prevent exploitation, especially as Los Angeles prepares for major events like the World Cup and the Olympics.
LA CITY AND COUNTY
White Paper: The Need to Update LA Procurement Policy
Read More: Preventing Labor Trafficking Ahead of Large Scale Events
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CITY OF LOS ANGELES |
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| Fact Sheets | LA City Procurement Policies |
LA County Procurement Policies |
| Sample Motions | LA City Motion on Procurement Policy | LA County Motion on Procurement Policy |
CALIFORNIA
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| Fact Sheets |
SJI: AB 381: Preventing Trafficking By Updating CA Procurement Policies Author: AB 381 Preventing Trafficking Through Public Procurement Procurement Policies Demonstrate the Impact to Prevent Trafficking Globally CA Contracts for Goods at High Risk for Forced Labor and/or Child Labor CA Vendors & Contractors that are in Compliance with Federal Standards |
| Legislative Materials |
SJI Response to Appropriations Analysis: AB 381 - SJI Response to Fiscal Analyses Legislative Proposal: Preventing Trafficking by Updating Procurement Policies Business Support for AB 381: AB 381 - Support Letter from Business- Chocolonely |
| Media |
Fresno’s agriculture industry can lead the fight against forced labor Trafficking Victim supports legislation that would prevent forced labor |
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