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Combating Human Trafficking: Support for Public Transport and Airports

This new act allocates $10 million annually to combat human trafficking by supporting public transport operators and airports. These funds will help with training, awareness campaigns, and coordination efforts to enhance passenger and employee safety, as well as facilitate the detection and prevention of crimes.
Key points
$5 million annually will go to the 50 largest public transit operators and others selected due to high human trafficking prevalence.
Another $5 million annually will be allocated to the 50 largest airports and others selected due to high human trafficking prevalence.
These funds are intended for human trafficking awareness, education, and prevention efforts, including coordinating efforts across different modes of transportation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3901
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2022-03-22