The ASSAM PRIVATE PLACEMENT AGENCIES FOR RECRUITMENT OF WORKERS (REGULATION) ACT, 2019
assam · 2019
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- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the Assam Private Placement Agencies Act, 2019, including "Appellate Authority," "Controlling Authority," "License," and "Worker."
- S. 4Section mandates that no person or agency can operate as a private placement agency without a license issued under the Act.
- S. 5Section 5 outlines the application requirements and fees for a license to operate a private placement agency in Assam.
- S. 6and Suspension of License Appointment of Inspectors
- S. 7Inspectors appointed under the Act are subject to the control of the Labour Commissioner-cum Controlling Authority.
- S. 8Section 8 authorizes inspectors to enter private placement agencies to inspect records, examine workers, and seize relevant documents for compliance checks.
- S. 9Section 9 allows aggrieved individuals to appeal Controlling Authority orders to the Appellate Authority within 30 days, with a possible extension.
- S. 10Section 10 mandates private placement agencies to report worker employment details, restrict employment of minors, display agency information, and maintain worker registers.
- S. 11Section 11 outlines penalties and procedures for violations of the Assam Private Placement Agencies Act, including imprisonment and fines for non-compliance.
- S. 12Section 12 mandates a three-month complaint deadline for offenses under the Act, before a court can take action.
- S. 13Section 13 allows the application of criminal procedure search and seizure rules under the Act.
- S. 14any other Laws This Act shall be in addition to and not in derogation to any other Jaw for the time being in force
- S. 15Section 15 allows the State Government to make rules for implementing the Act, including licensing, fees, and agency functions.
- S. 16Section 16 protects authorities under the Act from legal action for actions done in good faith.
- S. 17All the offences under this Act shall be cognizable and non- bailable
- S. 18Section 18 allows the State Government to issue orders to address difficulties in implementing the Act, but only within two years of its commencement.
- S. 2019(2) It extends to the whole of Assam