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Child Labor Deterrence Act of 1993

Introduced: March 18, 1993 See on congress.gov
 Everywhere this bill has been 7 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Jul 1, 1994
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1420-1422)
Sep 15, 1993
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2181-2183)
Jul 15, 1993
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1784-1785)
Mar 23, 1993
Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
Mar 18, 1993
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Mar 18, 1993
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E702-703)
Mar 18, 1993
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Child Labor Deterrence Act of 1993 - Urges the President to seek agreement with governments that trade with the United States to secure an international ban on trade in products of child labor.

Requires the Secretary of Labor (Secretary) to identify foreign countries that: (1) do not comply with national laws prohibiting child labor; (2) utilize child labor in the export of products; and (3) have on a continuing basis exported such products to the United States.

Authorizes any person to file a petition with the Secretary requesting that a particular foreign industry and its host country be identified. Requires the Secretary, before making such identification, to: (1) consult with the U.S. Trade Representative, the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Commerce, and the Secretary of the Treasury; (2) hold at least one public hearing for public comment; (3) publish notice in the Federal Register that such identification is being considered and the time and place for public comment.

Prohibits the importation of products which have been produced by child labor. Sets forth civil and criminal penalties.

What's happening now July 1, 1994

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1420-1422)

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