HB 2801
Relating to government procurement of electric vehicles
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Bill overview
This bill prohibits West Virginia government agencies from purchasing electric vehicles that may have been produced using forced labor or oppressive child labor. It requires government contracts to include a sworn certification from manufacturers confirming they haven't used these practices. The bill also establishes penalties for manufacturers and government employees who provide false information or violate the provisions, and it takes effect on July 1, 2025. It aligns with federal efforts to prevent the use of forced labor in the production of electric vehicles.
Key provisions
- Prohibits state government procurement of electric vehicles produced with forced labor or oppressive child labor.
- Requires manufacturers to provide a sworn certification regarding the sourcing of materials and production processes.
- Establishes civil penalties for manufacturers and government entities that provide false certifications.
- Defines ‘forced labor’ and ‘oppressive child labor’ for the purpose of the bill.
- Creates a rebuttable presumption that electric vehicles contain components produced with forced labor.
- Allows citizens to bring enforcement actions against violating entities.
- Sets an effective date of July 1, 2025, for the bill’s provisions.
- Requires personal jurisdiction by the state over manufacturers.
Who is affected
- State government agencies
- Spending units of the state of West Virginia
- Electric vehicle manufacturers
- Suppliers of components used in electric vehicles
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