HRES1024-119

In Committee

Expressing support for the designation of January 2026 as "National Human Trafficking Prevention Month".

119th Congress Introduced Jan 30, 2026

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Summary

What This Bill Does

This resolution expresses support for designating January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. It reaffirms the House of Representatives' commitment to ending all forms of human trafficking including forced labor, involuntary servitude, and commercial sexual exploitation.

Who Benefits and How

Human trafficking victims and survivors benefit from increased public awareness and resources directed toward prevention, identification, and support services. Law enforcement agencies benefit from heightened community vigilance and reporting. Faith-based institutions, community organizations, and advocacy groups gain recognition for their role in anti-trafficking efforts.

Who Bears the Burden and How

This is a symbolic resolution with no direct burdens. It calls for voluntary engagement from state, local, and tribal governments as well as private sector partners to participate in prevention efforts and public education.

Key Provisions

  • Supports the designation of National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
  • Encourages multi-level government and civil society engagement in prevention and victim support
  • Urges strong law enforcement action including border security and prosecution of traffickers
  • Recognizes the role of survivors, faith leaders, and community advocates
  • Encourages all Americans to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity

Evidence Chain:

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At a Glance

What This Bill Does

Expresses support for designating January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month to raise awareness and affirm commitment to ending human trafficking.

Key Policy Areas

Criminal Justice, Human Rights, Public Awareness

Primary Purpose

Expresses support for designating January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month to raise awareness and affirm commitment to ending human trafficking.

Policy Domains

Criminal Justice Human Rights Public Awareness

Legislative Progress

In Committee
Introduced Committee Passed
Jan 30, 2026

Mr. McGuire submitted the following resolution; which was referred to …

Jan 30, 2026

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Jan 30, 2026

Submitted in House

Stakeholder Effects

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How this legislation distributes effects. Mention counts reflect frequency, not effect magnitude.

Human Services
1 mention across 1 clause
Law Enforcement
1 mention across 1 clause
Nonprofits
1 mention across 1 clause
Government
1 mention across 1 clause
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Bill Structure & Actor Mappings

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Key Definitions

Terms defined in this bill

1 term
"" §human_trafficking

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