S-1440 : Still Just a Bill

Contractor Accountability and Workplace Safety Act of 2017

This bill requires contracting officers of the Department of Defense (DOD), before awarding or renewing a contract for the procurement of property or services, including construction, valued over $1 million, to consider any identified violations of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSHA) or equivalent state laws by the offeror or any subcontractors.

The bill requires DOD to: (1) shall establish policies and practices with respect to responsibility determinations for contractors, and (2) protect the rights of contractors to protest bids and appeal actions taken under this bill.

The Government Accountability Office must report on the health and safety records of DOD contractors.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2017-06-26IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.Senate
2017-06-26IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Elizabeth Warren [D] (MA)
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Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
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  • Administrative remedies
  • Congressional oversight
  • Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
  • Government information and archives
  • Government studies and investigations
  • Military procurement, research, weapons development
  • Public contracts and procurement
  • Worker safety and health
  • Department of Defense

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