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Justice for Exploited Children Act
2/4/2026, 4:11 AM
Summary of Bill HR 7002
The "Justice for Exploited Children Act" was introduced in the 119th Congress on January 9, 2026. The bill, designated as H.R. 7002, aims to address issues related to the exploitation of children. Specific provisions and directives outlined in the bill include measures to enhance protections for exploited children, increase resources for investigating and prosecuting child exploitation cases, and potentially establish or improve support services for victims of such exploitation. The full details and specific actions proposed in the bill can be accessed through the official PDF version available at the provided link.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7002
Bill HR 7002 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2026. Bill HR 7002 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2026. Bill HR 7002's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of January 9, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7002
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
15Democrat Cosponsors
13Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7002
Primary Policy Focus
Labor and EmploymentAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7002
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide for enhanced penalties for child labor violations.
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide for enhanced penalties for child labor violations.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7002
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