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HEAT Act

12/15/2023, 4:07 PM

Summary of Bill S 1495

The HEAT Act, also known as Bill 118 s 1495, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of human trafficking and exploitation in the United States.

The HEAT Act aims to strengthen the efforts of law enforcement agencies to combat human trafficking by providing additional resources and support. It includes provisions for increased training for law enforcement officers, as well as the establishment of a national database to track and monitor human trafficking cases.

Additionally, the HEAT Act seeks to improve victim services and support by expanding access to housing, healthcare, and legal assistance for survivors of human trafficking. It also includes measures to increase penalties for traffickers and provide additional funding for victim assistance programs. Overall, the HEAT Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address the complex issue of human trafficking in the United States. If passed, it has the potential to make a significant impact in the fight against this heinous crime.

Current Status of Bill S 1495

Bill S 1495 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 9, 2023. Bill S 1495 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 9, 2023.  Bill S 1495's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of May 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1495

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1495

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

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