Bill 117 H.Res. 893, titled "Supporting the observation of National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month," aims to raise awareness and opposition to human trafficking and modern slavery. The bill designates the period from January 1, 2022, to February 1, 2022, as a time to focus on these issues.
The bill emphasizes the importance of recognizing and combating human trafficking and modern slavery, which are serious violations of human rights. By observing this month, the goal is to educate the public about the prevalence of these crimes and encourage efforts to prevent and address them.
Through this legislation, Congress seeks to highlight the need for increased awareness, prevention, and prosecution of individuals and organizations involved in human trafficking and modern slavery. By shining a spotlight on these issues, the hope is to mobilize support for initiatives that aim to eradicate these forms of exploitation.
Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 893 underscores the importance of addressing human trafficking and modern slavery, and calls for collective action to combat these egregious violations of human dignity.