End Child Trafficking Now Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:59:13Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3968 End Child Trafficking Now Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Immigration. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:59 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3968

Bill 118 HR 3968, also known as the End Child Trafficking Now Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of combating child trafficking in the United States. The bill seeks to address the growing issue of child trafficking by implementing various measures to prevent, identify, and prosecute those involved in the trafficking of minors.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a national task force on child trafficking, which would be responsible for coordinating efforts across federal, state, and local agencies to combat child trafficking. The task force would also be tasked with developing and implementing a national strategy to prevent and respond to child trafficking.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase funding for programs that support victims of child trafficking, such as providing access to housing, medical care, and legal services. The bill also seeks to improve training for law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and other professionals who work with child trafficking victims. Overall, the End Child Trafficking Now Act aims to strengthen the government's response to child trafficking and provide support for victims of this heinous crime. By implementing these measures, the bill seeks to protect vulnerable children and hold perpetrators accountable for their actions.

Congressional Summary of HR 3968

End Child Trafficking Now Act

This bill imposes restrictions related to adult non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) being admitted into the United States with a minor.

Such an adult may not be admitted with a minor unless the adult (1) presents documents or witness testimony proving that the adult is a relative or guardian of the minor, or (2) submits to a DNA test that proves such a relationship. The Department of Homeland Security may request a DNA test only if the required relationship cannot be established by the presented documents or witness testimony. An adult who does not consent to a requested DNA test shall be inadmissible.

If the required relationship cannot be established and the immigration officer believes the adult is guilty of a felony offense, the officer may arrest the adult.

The bill makes it a crime for an adult to knowingly use a minor to whom the adult is not a relative or guardian to enter the United States.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3968

Bill HR 3968 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 9, 2023. Bill HR 3968 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 9, 2023. Bill HR 3968's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of June 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3968

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3968

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3968

End Child Trafficking Now Act

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to require a DNA test to determine the familial relationship between an alien and an accompanying minor, and for other purposes.