Human Trafficking Prevention Act of 2022

Hozzl · 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7181 Human Trafficking Prevention Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Transportation and Public Works. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/9/2023, 5:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7181

Bill 117 HR 7181, also known as the Human Trafficking Prevention Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of combating human trafficking in the United States. The bill seeks to strengthen existing laws and provide additional resources to prevent and prosecute human trafficking crimes.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a National Human Trafficking Hotline, which would serve as a centralized resource for individuals to report suspected cases of human trafficking and receive assistance. The bill also calls for increased training for law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and other relevant professionals to better identify and respond to human trafficking cases.

Additionally, the Human Trafficking Prevention Act of 2022 includes measures to enhance victim support services, such as providing access to housing, medical care, and legal assistance for survivors of human trafficking. The bill also aims to improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies in addressing human trafficking cases. Overall, the Human Trafficking Prevention Act of 2022 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the complex issue of human trafficking in the United States through a multi-faceted approach involving prevention, prosecution, and victim support.

Congressional Summary of HR 7181

Human Trafficking Prevention Act of 2022

This act requires the posting of contact information of the national human trafficking hotline in specific places.

Specifically, the information must be posted

in a visible place in all federal buildings;
in the restrooms of each U.S. aircraft, airport, over-the-road bus, bus station, passenger train, and passenger railroad station; and
at each port of entry.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7181

Bill HR 7181 is currently in the status of Signed by President since December 27, 2022. Bill HR 7181 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 21, 2022. Bill HR 7181's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 117-301. as of December 27, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7181

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7181

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

- Emergency communications systems

- Human trafficking

- Public-private cooperation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7181

Human Trafficking Prevention Act of 2022

To amend the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 to direct the Secretary of Transportation to seek to provide for the posting of contact information of the national human trafficking hotline in the restrooms of each aircraft, airport, over-the-road bus, bus station, passenger train, and passenger railroad station operating within the United States, and for other purposes.