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Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025

8/14/2025, 9:35 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1144

Bill 119 HR 1144, also known as the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, is a piece of legislation that aims to reauthorize and strengthen the original act that was passed in 2000. The bill seeks to provide additional support and resources for victims of human trafficking, as well as increase penalties for traffickers.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to assist victims of trafficking in accessing housing, legal services, and other necessary support. The bill also includes measures to improve coordination between federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies in combating human trafficking.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to enhance training for law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and judges on how to identify and respond to cases of human trafficking. It also seeks to increase public awareness of the issue and provide resources for victims to seek help. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1144 aims to strengthen the existing framework for combating human trafficking in the United States and provide greater support for victims of this heinous crime.

Current Status of Bill HR 1144

Bill HR 1144 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2025. Bill HR 1144 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 7, 2025.  Bill HR 1144's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. as of July 22, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1144

Total Number of Sponsors
7
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
7
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
5
Republican Cosponsors
11
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1144

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1144

To reauthorize the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, and for other purposes.
To reauthorize the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, and for other purposes.

Comments

Tristan Hines profile image

Tristan Hines

403

9 months ago

I can't believe this bill, it's so bad. Who does it even help?

Keaton Garner profile image

Keaton Garner

439

9 months ago

Not a fan of this. Who benefits from it?

Miles House profile image

Miles House

443

3 months ago

I can't believe this new bill is passing, it's going to have a huge impact on me and my community. I don't agree with how it's going to be enforced and the potential consequences it may have. How do you think this is going to affect us in the short term?

Aniyah Holt profile image

Aniyah Holt

482

9 months ago

This bill is bad for us, it will hurt many people, I don't like it.