S 1186
An Act to ensure fair access to compensation for victims of human trafficking and forced labor
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Bill overview
This bill aims to provide compensation to victims of human trafficking and forced labor in Massachusetts. It seeks to address the financial losses experienced by these individuals due to their exploitation, specifically focusing on lost income. The legislation intends to establish a mechanism for victims to receive financial assistance to help them rebuild their lives after experiencing these crimes.
Key provisions
- Provides compensation to victims of human trafficking and forced labor.
- Focuses on covering lost income for victims.
- Addresses financial hardship resulting from exploitation.
- The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Ways and Means.
- Similar bills have been proposed in the past, including S.1054 and H.1917.
Who is affected
- Victims of human trafficking
- Victims of forced labor
- Sexual servitude victims
- Individuals experiencing financial hardship due to exploitation
Notable changes
- Establishes a framework for compensating victims of trafficking and forced labor.
- Specifically addresses lost income as a key factor in compensation.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Mark C. Montigny
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Mark C. Montigny
Tram T. Nguyen
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Bill S.1186 194th (Current)
An Act to ensure fair access to compensation for victims of human trafficking and forced labor
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1186) of Mark C. Montigny and Tram T. Nguyen for legislation to provide compensation for loss of income for victims of forced labor and sexual servitude. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Mark C. Montigny Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 8 actions for Bill S.1186
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/11/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 2/12/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Monday March 2, 2026 |
| 2/26/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Thursday April 2, 2026 |
| 3/30/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Tuesday June 30, 2026 |
| 4/23/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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