Stop Human Trafficking in School Zones Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 30 Stop Human Trafficking in School Zones Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/30/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 30

Bill 118 hr 30, also known as the Stop Human Trafficking in School Zones Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of combating human trafficking in and around school zones. The bill seeks to address the issue of human trafficking, which is a serious and growing problem in the United States.

The Stop Human Trafficking in School Zones Act proposes several measures to help prevent and combat human trafficking in school zones. These measures include increasing penalties for individuals convicted of human trafficking in school zones, providing training for school personnel to recognize and report signs of human trafficking, and establishing a national hotline for reporting suspected cases of human trafficking.

Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a task force to coordinate efforts to combat human trafficking in school zones and to provide support and resources to victims of human trafficking. The task force would also be responsible for conducting research and collecting data on human trafficking in school zones to better understand the scope of the problem and develop effective strategies for prevention and intervention. Overall, the Stop Human Trafficking in School Zones Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of human trafficking in and around school zones. By increasing penalties, providing training, establishing a national hotline, and creating a task force, the bill seeks to prevent human trafficking, protect victims, and hold perpetrators accountable.

Congressional Summary of HR 30

Stop Human Trafficking in School Zones Act

This bill establishes an enhanced penalty—an additional prison term of up to five years—for certain human trafficking offenses and sex offenses involving minors that occur within 1,000 feet of the real property comprising a school, school-sponsored activity, playground, or public housing facility; or within 100 feet of certain other places where children gather (e.g., a youth center or swimming pool). The additional prison term must be served consecutively with the prison term imposed for the underlying offense.

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Current Status of Bill HR 30

Bill HR 30 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 30 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 30's most recent activity was Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H507) as of January 30, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 30

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

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Assault and harassment offensesCrimes against childrenCriminal procedure and sentencingDomestic violence and child abuseEducational facilities and institutionsHuman traffickingPornographyPublic housingSex offensesSmuggling and traffickingSports and recreation facilities

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 30

Stop Human Trafficking in School Zones ActStop Human Trafficking in School Zones ActTo amend title 18, United States Code, to increase the punishment for certain offenses involving children, and for other purposes.

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