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National Human Trafficking Database Act
3/1/2025, 4:38 AM
Summary of Bill HR 863
Bill 119 hr 863, also known as the National Human Trafficking Database Act, aims to create a centralized database within the Office for Victims of Crime at the Department of Justice. This database will serve as a comprehensive resource for tracking and combating human trafficking in the United States.
The bill includes provisions to incentivize state agencies to report data to the database, ensuring that information on human trafficking cases is consistently and accurately documented. By encouraging collaboration between federal and state agencies, the database will provide a more complete picture of the scope and impact of human trafficking across the country.
The establishment of a national human trafficking database is a crucial step in addressing this pervasive issue and providing support for victims. By centralizing data and promoting information sharing, law enforcement agencies, policymakers, and advocacy groups will have access to valuable insights that can inform strategies for prevention and intervention. Overall, Bill 119 hr 863 represents a bipartisan effort to strengthen the fight against human trafficking and support survivors. Its focus on data collection and collaboration underscores the importance of a coordinated approach to addressing this complex and devastating crime.
The bill includes provisions to incentivize state agencies to report data to the database, ensuring that information on human trafficking cases is consistently and accurately documented. By encouraging collaboration between federal and state agencies, the database will provide a more complete picture of the scope and impact of human trafficking across the country.
The establishment of a national human trafficking database is a crucial step in addressing this pervasive issue and providing support for victims. By centralizing data and promoting information sharing, law enforcement agencies, policymakers, and advocacy groups will have access to valuable insights that can inform strategies for prevention and intervention. Overall, Bill 119 hr 863 represents a bipartisan effort to strengthen the fight against human trafficking and support survivors. Its focus on data collection and collaboration underscores the importance of a coordinated approach to addressing this complex and devastating crime.
Congressional Summary of HR 863
National Human Trafficking Database Act
This bill establishes a framework to collect comprehensive data on human trafficking.
At the federal level, the bill requires the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) within the Department of Justice to establish an online database that includes human trafficking data for each state.
At the state level, the bill authorizes grants for covered state agencies (e.g., a state bureau of investigation or similar law enforcement agency) to collect and report human trafficking data to the OVC.
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Current Status of Bill HR 863
Bill HR 863 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 31, 2025. Bill HR 863 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 31, 2025. Bill HR 863's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 31, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 863
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
5Democrat Cosponsors
3Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 863
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 863
To establish a national human trafficking database at the Office for Victims of Crime of the Department of Justice, and to incentivize certain State agencies to report data to the database.
To establish a national human trafficking database at the Office for Victims of Crime of the Department of Justice, and to incentivize certain State agencies to report data to the database.
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1 year ago
I heard about this new bill that wants to make a national human trafficking database. I don't think it's a good idea. It might invade people's privacy and make it harder for states to handle things on their own. I hope they rethink this one.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 863
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