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Study on SESTA/FOSTA's Impact on Health and Safety of Sex Workers

This act mandates government studies on how the closure of websites following SESTA/FOSTA legislation has affected the health and safety of individuals engaged in transactional sex. The goal is to understand the unintended consequences of these changes on their daily lives, including access to resources and personal safety.
Key points
Directs the Department of Health and Human Services to study the impact of website closures (e.g., Backpage.com) on the health and safety of people engaged in transactional sex.
The study will assess changes in access to technology, ability to negotiate terms, experiences of violence, interactions with law enforcement, third-party contact, housing stability, mental health, and risk of STIs.
Directs the Attorney General to report on the impact of website closures on human trafficking investigations and prosecutions.
Reports are to be made publicly available within one year of the act's enactment, allowing citizens to understand the full consequences of these changes.
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Print number: 118_HR_10456
Sponsor: Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17]
Process start date: 2024-12-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SAFE SEX Workers Study Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10456.

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 2024-12-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Directs the Department of Health and Human Services to study the impact of website closures (e.g., Backpage.com) on the health and safety of people engaged in transactional sex.
  • The study will assess changes in access to technology, ability to negotiate terms, experiences of violence, interactions with law enforcement, third-party contact, housing stability, mental health, and risk of STIs.
  • Directs the Attorney General to report on the impact of website closures on human trafficking investigations and prosecutions.
  • Reports are to be made publicly available within one year of the act's enactment, allowing citizens to understand the full consequences of these changes.
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. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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