Stopping Traffickers and Their Accomplices Act of 2023

Senate Bill 959 - Stopping Traffickers and Their Accomplices Act of 2023: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T16:06:48Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 959 Stopping Traffickers and Their Accomplices Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:06 PM

Congressional Summary of S 959

Stopping Traffickers and Their Accomplices Act of 2023

This bill requires an abortion provider to notify the National Human Trafficking Hotline if the provider has a reasonable suspicion that a patient is a victim of trafficking. It also requires each abortion provider to require its employees to complete annual training on how to identify and respond appropriately to individuals who are at risk of or who have experienced trafficking.

The bill establishes penalties for violations.

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Current Status of Bill S 959

Bill S 959 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 23, 2023. Bill S 959 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 23, 2023. Bill S 959's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 23, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 959

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 959

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 959

Stopping Traffickers and Their Accomplices Act of 2023

A bill to amend the Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act of 2015 to require abortion providers to notify the National Human Trafficking Hotline of victims of trafficking, and for other purposes.