Ensuring Accountability and Dignity in Government Contracting Act of 2025

This legislation updates federal rules to better prevent human trafficking in government contracts and grants. It makes companies and organizations that receive federal money show their anti-trafficking plans when they certify compliance, not just when asked. If a recipient, subcontractor, or their agent is found to have taken part in trafficking-related activities during a contract or grant, the recipient must quickly report what happened and what they did to fix it to the awarding official.

It also strengthens oversight. Inspectors general must notify the agency head and the suspension/debarment official if they choose not to finish an investigation because the recipient admitted the problem and took corrective action. The law also clarifies that action can be taken when a recipient fails to take proper corrective steps to address trafficking-related activities. Within 18 months of becoming law, the Office of Management and Budget must report on whether agencies should assess anti-trafficking plans in higher-risk areas, streamline reporting, and track whether contracting staff complete anti-trafficking training.

Key points

• Who is affected: Federal contractors, grantees, subcontractors/subgrantees, contracting and grant officers, inspectors general, and agencies such as DHS, DOD, State, and USAID.
• What changes: Provide anti-trafficking plans at each certification; promptly report any trafficking-related incidents and remedies; stronger monitoring and required notices; clearer authority to act if corrective steps are not taken.
• When: OMB must deliver its feasibility report within 18 months of enactment; other changes take effect upon enactment.