Combating Trafficking in Transportation Act
Human Trafficking Awareness Signs at Highway Rest Stops
This bill has been approved by a Senate committee and is now waiting for a vote by the full Senate. It is currently placed on the legislative calendar and is actively moving forward. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
This bill has strong support from both parties and has already successfully moved through the committee process in the Senate.
Key Points
- This bill makes it easier for states to use federal money to put up signs about human trafficking at highway rest stops and welcome centers. These signs often provide phone numbers and resources for victims who need help escaping a dangerous situation.
- The policy changes current rules so that these small sign projects can qualify for transportation grants more easily. Usually, these grants have strict requirements meant for big construction projects, but this bill waives those rules for awareness signs.
- It also adds a new member to the national Advisory Committee on Human Trafficking. This new person must represent a state department of transportation, which helps local and federal officials work together better.
- The goal is to use the nation's highway system to spot and stop human trafficking. By putting information in places where many people travel, the government hopes to reach victims who might otherwise be hidden.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 184.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 119-75.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Combating Trafficking in Transportation Act
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