Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 443 Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking 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.

2/8/2024, 4:06 PM

Summary of Bill HR 443

Bill 118 HR 443, also known as the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving efforts to identify and combat human trafficking. The bill was introduced by Representative Ann Wagner and has garnered bipartisan support.

The main provisions of the bill include the establishment of a pilot program within the Department of Homeland Security to train Transportation Security Administration personnel to recognize and respond to signs of human trafficking. This program would focus on educating TSA employees on how to identify potential victims of trafficking and how to report suspicious activity to the appropriate authorities.

Additionally, the bill calls for the development of best practices for airlines and other transportation providers to follow in order to prevent human trafficking. These best practices would include training for employees, protocols for reporting suspected cases of trafficking, and resources for victims. Overall, the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act aims to enhance the ability of transportation personnel to detect and report instances of human trafficking, ultimately leading to more effective prevention and prosecution of this heinous crime. The bill has received widespread support from advocacy groups and lawmakers alike, who see it as a crucial step in the fight against human trafficking in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 443

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act

This bill requires the Department of Labor to train its employees on how to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in detecting human trafficking.

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Current Status of Bill HR 443

Bill HR 443 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 20, 2023. Bill HR 443 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 20, 2023. Bill HR 443's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of February 6, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 443

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional oversightCrime preventionEmployment and training programsGovernment information and archivesHuman traffickingLaw enforcement administration and fundingPerformance measurementSmuggling and trafficking

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 443

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking ActEnhancing Detection of Human Trafficking ActEnhancing Detection of Human Trafficking ActEnhancing Detection of Human Trafficking ActTo direct the Secretary of Labor to train certain employees of Department of Labor how to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during the course of their official duties, and for other purposes.

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