Enhanced Child Protection: Continuing Anti-Trafficking Programs and Support.
This Act mandates the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) to continue and strengthen programs aimed at preventing child trafficking and supporting survivors. It requires better coordination between federal agencies and the establishment of measurable performance goals to increase the effectiveness of anti-trafficking efforts. For citizens and their families, the law aims to improve child safety and ensure better assistance for victims. OVC must report to Congress within 180 days detailing the steps taken.
Key points
Requirement to continue implementing the Government Accountability Office (GAO) recommendations on combating child trafficking.
Mandate for collaboration between the Office for Victims of Crime (DOJ) and the Office on Trafficking in Persons (ACF) to develop prevention and support strategies.
Necessity of establishing objective, measurable performance goals for child anti-trafficking programs to enhance their effectiveness.
Requirement to submit a report to Congress within 180 days detailing the progress of implementation.
Status:
Introduced
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