Not Just a Number Act

Hozzl · 2024-03-14T04:05:36Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4157 Not Just a Number Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/14/2024, 4:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4157

Bill 118 hr 4157, also known as the Not Just a Number Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of human trafficking and provide support for victims of this heinous crime.

The Not Just a Number Act aims to improve the identification and assistance for victims of human trafficking by requiring the Department of Health and Human Services to develop and implement a national strategy to combat human trafficking. This strategy would include guidelines for identifying and assisting victims, as well as training for healthcare providers, social workers, and law enforcement officials on how to recognize and respond to human trafficking situations.

Additionally, the bill would establish a grant program to provide funding for organizations that work with victims of human trafficking, as well as create a national hotline for reporting suspected cases of human trafficking. The bill also includes provisions for increasing penalties for traffickers and providing additional resources for law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute these crimes. Overall, the Not Just a Number Act seeks to address the pervasive issue of human trafficking in the United States by improving identification and support for victims, increasing penalties for traffickers, and providing resources for law enforcement agencies. This bill represents a bipartisan effort to combat human trafficking and protect the most vulnerable members of society.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4157

Bill HR 4157 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 15, 2023. Bill HR 4157 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 15, 2023. Bill HR 4157's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. as of July 25, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4157

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Total Number of Cosponsors

152

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4157

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4157

Not Just a Number ActNot Just a Number ActTo require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to prepare an annual report on suicide prevention, and for other purposes.

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