An Act to prevent human trafficking through increased public awareness
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to combat human trafficking in Massachusetts by increasing public awareness of the issue and the resources available to victims and those who can help. It seeks to educate the public about the signs of trafficking and how to report suspected cases. The legislation intends to raise awareness through various channels and promote a better understanding of the complexities of human trafficking. Ultimately, the goal is to prevent trafficking and support survivors.
Key provisions
- Requires the state to develop and implement a public awareness campaign about human trafficking.
- Directs the Department of Public Health to provide training to relevant state and local officials on identifying and responding to human trafficking cases.
- Encourages collaboration between state agencies, law enforcement, and community organizations to address human trafficking.
- Promotes the dissemination of information about the National Human Trafficking Hotline.
- Supports the creation of educational materials for schools and community groups.
- Mandates the inclusion of information about the National Human Trafficking Resource Center in public awareness campaigns.
- Requires the state to track and report data related to human trafficking cases.
Who is affected
- Victims of human trafficking
- Potential victims of human trafficking
- Law enforcement agencies
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
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