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Tax Relief for Human Trafficking Survivors: Compensation is Tax-Free.

This act exempts restitution and civil damages received by human trafficking survivors from federal income tax. This means that money awarded as compensation for harm suffered will not be reduced by taxes, increasing the real support for victims.
Key points
Restitution and civil damages for human trafficking survivors will not be taxed.
The change applies to both civil damages and those ordered in criminal cases.
The act aims to ensure that the full amount of compensation reaches the victims.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6389
Sponsor: Rep. Schneider, Bradley Scott [D-IL-10]
Process start date: 2022-01-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Human Trafficking Survivor Tax Relief Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6389.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-01-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Restitution and civil damages for human trafficking survivors will not be taxed.
  • The change applies to both civil damages and those ordered in criminal cases.
  • The act aims to ensure that the full amount of compensation reaches the victims.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Schneider, Bradley Scott [D-IL-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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