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US HR4307

US HR4307
Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act


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Introduced
07/10/2025
In Committee
01/08/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

119th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To direct the Secretary of Labor to train certain employees of Department of Labor how to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during the course of their official duties, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, titled the "Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act," mandates that the Secretary of Labor establish a program within 180 days of enactment to train Department of Labor employees on how to identify and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking, which is defined by referring to a specific section of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000. This training, which can be conducted online or in person, will cover current trends and best practices relevant to employees' job duties, including how to recognize potential victims and traffickers, and a clear process for referring suspected cases to the Department of Justice and other relevant authorities, while also emphasizing victim rights and collaboration with advocacy groups and government agencies. The Secretary of Labor will also be required to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the training provided, its effectiveness, the number of employees trained, and the number of human trafficking cases referred to law enforcement by the Department of Labor, along with information on how the department tracks the response to these referrals.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 433. (on 02/20/2026)

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