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Check out our new guidance on #ResponsibleContracting in spice value chains. Our attempt to set out how commercial agreements in agri can support effective #HREDD and alignment with the #UNPGs as well as new regulations such as #CSDDD.

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Responsible Contracting in Spice Supply Chains
This guidance and practical toolkit assist the spice sector in aligning contracting practices with human rights due diligence standards.
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April 10, 2026 at 10:22 AM
The Evansville Common Council's heated debate over new Responsible Bidding Criteria could reshape who gets public works contracts and how local businesses compete.

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Council adopts amended Responsible Bidding Criteria after debate over apprenticeship language
The Evansville Common Council approved an amended Responsible Bidding Criteria resolution after several amendments and debate on apprenticeship requirements and a $500,000 contract threshold; the final vote was 5–1–2 (Lathrop opposed; Barnes and Geoffrion recused).
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July 12, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Minnesota just passed a groundbreaking law that requires responsible contractor certifications for any state loan applications over $50,000!

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Minnesota Legislature enacts responsible contractor requirements for state loans over $50000
New law mandates responsible contractor certifications for state loan applicants exceeding $50000.
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May 3, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Warren City Council is on the brink of a crucial decision on how to allocate opioid settlement funds that could transform the lives of residents battling addiction.

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Warren Council addresses zoning limits and opioid fund allocation strategies
Council discusses existing zoning regulations and plans for opioid settlement fund utilization.
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March 28, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Travis Unified School District takes a significant step towards rebuilding Travis Elementary by committing $1.3 million in seed funds and leveraging federal grants to cover 80% of the project costs!

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Travis Unified commits seed funds and priority order to pursue federal PSMI funding for Travis Elementary rebuild
Trustees adopted a resolution prioritizing how the district will cover its local share of a proposed federal PSMI project to rebuild Travis Elementary: first use state reimbursements from prior projects, then developer fees, proceeds from unused sites, and general fund reserves only as last resort; the board committed $1.3M (Fund 40) and $700K in developer fees as seed funds and set a June 30, 2028 deadline for the developer‑fee balance.
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June 21, 2026 at 4:40 AM
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January 29, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Gerber Cleveland Elementary's renovation bids came in $1.4 million under estimate, with staff recommending major contracts for a game-changing upgrade!

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Bids come in under estimate; staff recommends awarding Gerber Cleveland contracts with alternates
Facilities staff recommended that the board accept base bids plus alternates for the Gerber Cleveland Elementary additions and renovations after competitive bidding produced apparent low responsive bidders and a total construction cost about $1.4 million under the prior estimate.
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February 7, 2026 at 2:26 PM
A local policy group is pushing for responsible contractor standards in school construction projects to ensure quality, training, and local job opportunities for workers.

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Policy group urges Easton board to consider 'responsible contractor' standards for major school construction bids
Rebuilding American Values presented model language for responsible contractor ordinances (RCOs), noting local examples and arguing RCOs can protect taxpayers and ensure contractor qualifications; the board discussed legal differences with project labor agreements and said it will consult counsel.
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January 14, 2026 at 6:10 PM