Empowering Law Enforcement To Fight Sex Trafficking Demand Act of 2021

Hozzl · 2022-12-30T17:47:40Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3996 Empowering Law Enforcement To Fight Sex Trafficking Demand Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 5:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3996

Bill 117 HR 3996, also known as the Empowering Law Enforcement To Fight Sex Trafficking Demand Act of 2021, aims to provide law enforcement agencies with additional resources to combat the demand for sex trafficking. The bill focuses on targeting the individuals who create the demand for sex trafficking by increasing penalties for those who purchase or solicit sex from trafficking victims.

The bill includes provisions for increased training for law enforcement officers to better identify and investigate cases of sex trafficking. It also calls for the establishment of a national database to track individuals who have been convicted of purchasing sex from trafficking victims.

Additionally, the bill allocates funding for victim support services, including counseling and housing assistance, to help survivors of sex trafficking rebuild their lives. It also includes measures to increase public awareness of the issue of sex trafficking and educate communities on how to recognize and report suspected cases. Overall, the Empowering Law Enforcement To Fight Sex Trafficking Demand Act of 2021 aims to strengthen law enforcement efforts to combat sex trafficking by targeting the demand side of the industry and providing support for survivors.

Congressional Summary of HR 3996

Empowering Law Enforcement To Fight Sex Trafficking Demand Act of 2021

This bill allows grants under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program to be used for programs to combat human trafficking.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3996

Bill HR 3996 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 17, 2021. Bill HR 3996 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 17, 2021. Bill HR 3996's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of November 1, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3996

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Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3996

Empowering Law Enforcement To Fight Sex Trafficking Demand Act of 2021

To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to include an additional permissible use of amounts provided as grants under the Byrne JAG program, and for other purposes.

Empowering Law Enforcement To Fight Sex Trafficking Demand Act of 2021