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Archived News Release--Caution:
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For more information call: Pin # 1915504
The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the continuation of
probation for Guess? Inc., the Los Angeles-based clothing company, on the
department's Trendsetter List--a directory of apparel retailers and
manufacturers that take additional steps to ensure their goods are not made
under sweatshop conditions. The probation will continue until further notice.
"Since November 27, when the department placed Guess? Inc. on probation,
the company has informed us that they are taking steps to address the flaws
identified in its domestic monitoring program. We are encouraged by this
effort. However, the department has become aware through media reports that
Guess? plans to move a significant portion of its manufacturing to contractors
in Mexico and other foreign locations. We are requesting a clarification of
these issues--including information regarding how Guess? plans to assure that
its international contractors comply with applicable work standards--before a
final decision is made," said Maria Echaveste, administrator of the
department's Wage and Hour division.
The department's Trendsetter List is based on information provided by
apparel companies about their voluntary efforts to ensure that their goods are
made in compliance with labor laws. To be a Trendsetter, companies must:
demonstrate a commitment to labor laws; cooperate with law enforcement agencies
when violations are found; educate suppliers regarding the Fair Labor Standards
Act; and regularly monitor their cutting and sewing contractors and
subcontractors. Thirty-one companies--representing more than 115 apparel lines
and thousands of retail stores across the country--are listed.
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