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Abortion Providers Must Report Suspected Human Trafficking Victims to National Hotline.

This law mandates that abortion providers must notify the National Human Trafficking Hotline within 24 hours if they have a reasonable suspicion that a patient is a victim of trafficking. The goal is to enhance victim protection and aid law enforcement in combating modern slavery. Failure to comply results in significant financial penalties and potential imprisonment for providers, who are also required to undergo annual training on victim identification.
Key points
New Requirement: Abortion providers must report suspected human trafficking to the National Hotline within 24 hours of consulting with the patient.
Penalties for Non-Compliance: Violations of the reporting requirement carry a fine of $10,000, up to 6 months imprisonment, or both.
Mandatory Training: Abortion provider staff must complete annual training on identifying trafficking victims, with a $1,000 daily fine for non-compliance.
Law Enforcement Notification: The notification triggers subsequent reports from the Secretary of Health and Human Services to the Attorney General and local law enforcement agencies.
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Print number: 118_S_959
Sponsor: Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC]
Process start date: 2023-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stopping Traffickers and Their Accomplices Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_959.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Requirement: Abortion providers must report suspected human trafficking to the National Hotline within 24 hours of consulting with the patient.
  • Penalties for Non-Compliance: Violations of the reporting requirement carry a fine of $10,000, up to 6 months imprisonment, or both.
  • Mandatory Training: Abortion provider staff must complete annual training on identifying trafficking victims, with a $1,000 daily fine for non-compliance.
  • Law Enforcement Notification: The notification triggers subsequent reports from the Secretary of Health and Human Services to the Attorney General and local law enforcement agencies.
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 Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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