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Support for Trafficking Victims: Permanent Court Fees

This act amends the rules for imposing additional court fees on individuals convicted of human trafficking offenses. Previous provisions had an expiration date, and the new act removes this time limit, meaning that the $5,000 fees will be collected indefinitely. These funds are intended to support victims of human trafficking, ensuring continuous funding for assistance.
Key points
The act removes the expiration date for the additional $5,000 court assessment imposed on individuals convicted of human trafficking.
This means that funds for supporting human trafficking victims will be collected continuously, without time limits.
The change applies to non-indigent persons or entities convicted of human trafficking offenses.
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Passed Senate
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2584
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2025-07-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Enduring Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2584.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act removes the expiration date for the additional $5,000 court assessment imposed on individuals convicted of human trafficking.
  • This means that funds for supporting human trafficking victims will be collected continuously, without time limits.
  • The change applies to non-indigent persons or entities convicted of human trafficking offenses.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed Senate.

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. Cornyn, John [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S8628)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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