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Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025

5/6/2025, 1:55 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2961

H.R. 2961, introduced in the 119th Congress on April 17, 2025, aims to reauthorize the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 and address additional objectives.

Current Status of Bill HR 2961

Bill HR 2961 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 17, 2025. Bill HR 2961 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 17, 2025.  Bill HR 2961's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of April 17, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2961

Total Number of Sponsors
5
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
5
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
3
Republican Cosponsors
5
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2961

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2961

To reauthorize the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, and for other purposes.
To reauthorize the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, and for other purposes.

Comments

Elena Currin profile image

Elena Currin

467

7 months ago

As a 30-year-old woman from Kentucky, I am deeply saddened by the implications of this bill. It is disheartening to see that this legislation may not provide adequate protection and support for victims of trafficking. It is crucial that we prioritize the safety and well-being of those who have been exploited and ensure that they receive the necessary resources to recover and rebuild their lives. I am concerned about how this bill may impact individuals like myself who may be at risk of trafficking or know someone who has been affected by it. It is important that we address the root causes of trafficking and implement comprehensive solutions to prevent it from happening in the first place. Who else is affected by this bill and what can we do to ensure that it truly serves the needs of trafficking victims?

Gian Cross profile image

Gian Cross

436

7 months ago

I heard about this bill, and I'm not really sure what it's all about. Does anyone know more about it? I'm curious to learn how it could impact people like me. #HRBill2961 #TraffickingVictimsProtectionAct #Curious