A resolution raising awareness of modern day slavery.

3/13/2024, 2:17 AM

Summary of Bill SRES 318

Bill 118 SRES 318 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress with the aim of raising awareness about modern day slavery. The resolution highlights the prevalence of human trafficking and forced labor in various industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, and the sex trade. It emphasizes the importance of combating these forms of exploitation and protecting the rights of victims.

The resolution calls on the US government to take action to prevent and address modern day slavery, including through increased funding for law enforcement efforts, victim support services, and public awareness campaigns. It also urges businesses to adopt ethical labor practices and supply chain transparency to ensure that their products are not made with forced or child labor.

Additionally, the resolution recognizes the need for international cooperation in the fight against modern day slavery, calling on the US to work with other countries to strengthen anti-trafficking laws and improve enforcement mechanisms. It also emphasizes the importance of supporting survivors of human trafficking and providing them with the resources they need to rebuild their lives. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 318 is a bipartisan effort to raise awareness about the ongoing issue of modern day slavery and to encourage action at both the national and international levels to combat this form of exploitation.

Congressional Summary of SRES 318

This resolution designates July 30, 2023, as World Day against Trafficking in Persons. The resolution also calls for concerted, international action to bring an end to modern day slavery around the world.

Current Status of Bill SRES 318

Bill SRES 318 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 26, 2023. Bill SRES 318 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 26, 2023.  Bill SRES 318's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3626) as of July 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 318

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 318

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 318

A resolution raising awareness of modern day slavery.A resolution raising awareness of modern day slavery.
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