An Act to enhance the lives of survivors of human trafficking
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to improve the support and services available to survivors of human trafficking in Massachusetts. It seeks to enhance access to resources, including housing, mental health services, and legal assistance, specifically tailored to the unique needs of those who have experienced this trauma. The legislation intends to strengthen protections and pathways to recovery for trafficking survivors within the state. It also addresses related issues such as expungement of records.
Key provisions
- Expands access to housing assistance for survivors of human trafficking.
- Increases funding for mental health and substance use treatment services for survivors.
- Provides legal assistance to survivors seeking to address past trauma or related legal issues.
- Addresses barriers to expungement of criminal records for survivors.
- Supports programs that offer job training and employment opportunities to survivors.
- Enhances coordination between state agencies to better serve survivors.
- Creates a task force to study and recommend further improvements to support services.
Who is affected
- Survivors of human trafficking
- Mental health professionals
- Legal aid organizations
- Housing providers
- State government agencies
Notable changes
- Addresses barriers to expungement of criminal records.
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