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Reauthorizing Anti-Trafficking Efforts: Education and Survivor Support Programs.

This law reauthorizes and expands key federal programs aimed at preventing human trafficking and supporting survivors. It establishes new educational grants for K-12 schools, focusing on protecting children and youth from sexual exploitation and forced labor, particularly online. Furthermore, it creates a comprehensive program to help adult survivors reintegrate into society by providing education, job training, life skills, and assistance with expunging nonviolent criminal records resulting from their victimization.
Key points
New "Frederick Douglass" grants for K-12 education, training students, teachers, and guardians to recognize and prevent child trafficking and sexual exploitation, with a focus on high-risk youth.
Establishment of a comprehensive support program for adult trafficking survivors, offering up to 5 years of assistance with education, employment, life skills, and clearing criminal records related to their victimization.
Extension and increase of federal anti-trafficking funding through 2029, including enhanced resources for the National Human Trafficking Hotline and housing assistance grants for victims.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2796
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]
Process start date: 2025-04-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2796.

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 2025-04-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New "Frederick Douglass" grants for K-12 education, training students, teachers, and guardians to recognize and prevent child trafficking and sexual exploitation, with a focus on high-risk youth.
  • Establishment of a comprehensive support program for adult trafficking survivors, offering up to 5 years of assistance with education, employment, life skills, and clearing criminal records related to their victimization.
  • Extension and increase of federal anti-trafficking funding through 2029, including enhanced resources for the National Human Trafficking Hotline and housing assistance grants for victims.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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: 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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