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NJ SCR129
NJ SCR129Directs SCI to examine human trafficking activity at certain places of business.
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Introduced
05/12/2025
05/12/2025
In Committee
05/12/2025
05/12/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This concurrent resolution directs the State Commission on Investigation to examine human trafficking activity at the places of business of persons who employ massage and bodywork therapists. This bill calls for the State Commission on Investigation to issue a report summarizing its investigation no later than two years after the resolution takes effect. The report may be delayed at the request of the Attorney General for up to an additional 120 days pursuant to section 7 of P.L.1996, c.44 (C.52:9M-8.1), due to information or evidence contained in the report showing a reasonable possibility of human trafficking or other criminal wrongdoing. The report would also include recommendations for consideration by the Governor and Legislature for further addressing human trafficking activity within these places of business.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution directs the State Commission on Investigation (SCI) to conduct a comprehensive investigation into potential human trafficking activities at businesses that employ massage and bodywork therapists. The resolution stems from concerns raised by the Polaris Project, a nonprofit organization that highlighted the prevalence of human trafficking in massage parlors, particularly in the East Coast region including New Jersey. The SCI is authorized to cooperate with law enforcement agencies, exchange information with other states, and must immediately refer any evidence of potential human trafficking or criminal activity to the Attorney General. The investigation must result in a detailed report to be submitted to the Governor and Legislature within two years, which can be delayed up to 120 days if the Attorney General requests additional time to review potential criminal evidence. The report will include recommendations for addressing human trafficking within massage and bodywork therapy businesses, with the goal of improving the state's current regulatory and enforcement efforts to protect potential victims and prevent illegal activities.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 05/12/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/SCR129 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/SCR/129_I1.HTM |
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