California Transparency in Supply Chains Act
The State of California has enacted legislation (The California Transparency in Supply Chains Act of 2010 – S.B. 657) (the “Act”) that requires certain retailers and manufacturers above a certain size doing business in California to disclose on their websites to what extent, if any, the company:
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Engages in verification of product supply chains to evaluate and address risks of human trafficking and slavery;
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Conducts audits of suppliers’ compliance with company standards for trafficking and slavery in supply chains;
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Requires suppliers to certify that materials incorporated into the product comply with the laws regarding slavery and human trafficking of the country or countries in which they are doing business;
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Maintains internal accountability standards and procedures for employees or contractors failing to meet company standards regarding slavery and trafficking; and
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Provides company employees and management, who have direct responsibility for supply chain management, training on human trafficking and slavery, particularly with respect to mitigating risks within the supply chains of products.
While Smoked Bros does not currently specifically engage in any of the listed measures, we strongly support the goals of eradicating slavery and human trafficking WORLDWIDE, and support the efforts presented by the Act. Under no circumstances is it acceptable, NOR WILL IT BE TOLERATED for child, forced or trafficked labor to be used in any of our operations or facilities, or in the supply chain of our products. Smoked Bros strives to maintain a high ethical standard and to conduct business in compliance with all laws.