Bill 118 s 5567, also known as the "Transactional Sex Study Act," aims to address the unintended consequences on the health and safety of individuals involved in transactional sex following the enactment of the Allow States a...
nd Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of 2017. This bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct a study to assess these impacts, particularly in light of the loss of interactive computer services that previously hosted information related to sexual exchange.
Additionally, the bill requires the Attorney General to submit a report on human trafficking investigations and prosecutions in connection with the same legislation. This report will provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of efforts to combat human trafficking and protect victims.
Overall, the Transactional Sex Study Act seeks to better understand and address the health and safety concerns of individuals engaged in transactional sex, while also ensuring that efforts to combat human trafficking are effective and impactful.