Overview
This section defines the regulatory purpose of FAR Subpart 22.17, establishing the framework for implementing anti-human trafficking policies in federal acquisitions. It identifies the specific statutory authority (22 U.S.C. chapter 78) and executive mandate (Executive Order 13627) that govern these requirements.
Key Rules
- Statutory Basis: Implements 22 U.S.C. chapter 78, which relates to the Trafficking Victims Protection Act.
- Executive Mandate: Codifies Executive Order 13627, "Strengthening Protections Against Trafficking in Persons in Federal Contracts."
- Policy Scope: Sets the stage for the government's zero-tolerance policy regarding trafficking in persons by contractors, subcontractors, and their employees.
Practical Implications
- Contractual Foundation: This scope statement serves as the legal "hook" for the mandatory inclusion of anti-trafficking clauses (such as FAR 52.222-50) in virtually all federal solicitations and contracts.
- Compliance Responsibility: Contractors are put on notice that they are subject to rigorous oversight regarding labor practices to ensure no federal funds support forced labor or human trafficking.