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HOTEL Act: Combating Human Trafficking in Lodging

This act aims to combat human trafficking by promoting hotels and motels that actively work against this crime. This means hotels will need to implement special policies and employee training to better identify and report human trafficking cases. As a result, government employees on official travel will preferentially choose accommodations that prioritize safety and assist in the fight against this crime.
Key points
Hotels and motels must implement a "zero-tolerance" policy for human trafficking and train staff to identify and report suspicious situations.
Hotel employees, such as front desk, housekeeping, and security staff, will be required to complete mandatory training on identifying human trafficking victims and reporting procedures.
Government agencies will preferentially book lodging in hotels that meet these new requirements, encouraging the industry to actively participate in combating human trafficking.
Hotels will need to self-certify every two years that they comply with these rules and that employees receive regular refresher training.
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Print number: 117_HR_9217
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]
Process start date: 2022-10-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HOTEL Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9217.

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 2022-10-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hotels and motels must implement a "zero-tolerance" policy for human trafficking and train staff to identify and report suspicious situations.
  • Hotel employees, such as front desk, housekeeping, and security staff, will be required to complete mandatory training on identifying human trafficking victims and reporting procedures.
  • Government agencies will preferentially book lodging in hotels that meet these new requirements, encouraging the industry to actively participate in combating human trafficking.
  • Hotels will need to self-certify every two years that they comply with these rules and that employees receive regular refresher training.
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. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

Is this summary verified?

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

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