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NJ A668

NJ A668
Expands duties of Commission on Human Trafficking to include studying connection between human trafficking and illicit massage parlor businesses.


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Introduced
01/14/2020
In Committee
01/14/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/11/2022

Introduced Session

2020-2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill would expand the duty of the Commission on Human Trafficking, created by P.L.2013, c.51, to include studying the connection between human trafficking and illicit massage parlor businesses. A published report by the Polaris Project, a group advocating on behalf of trafficking victims, indicates that massage parlors, including legitimate ones, may be contributing significantly to human trafficking trade in New Jersey.

AI Summary

This bill would expand the duties of the Commission on Human Trafficking, created by P.L.2013, c.51, to include studying the connection between human trafficking and illicit massage parlor businesses. The Commission is tasked with evaluating existing laws and enforcement, reviewing victim assistance programs, promoting a coordinated response for victims, and developing mechanisms to raise public awareness about human trafficking. The bill cites a 2018 report by the Polaris Project that indicates massage parlors, including legitimate ones, may be contributing significantly to human trafficking in New Jersey.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Women and Children Committee (on 01/14/2020)

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