H.R. 4929: Enduring Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act

This bill, titled the Enduring Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act, proposes changes to existing laws regarding the financial penalties imposed on individuals and entities convicted of specific crimes related to trafficking.

Overview of Changes

The key focus of this bill is to implement a special financial assessment for those found guilty of offenses under trafficking laws. Here are the main points:

• The bill aims to amend Section 3014 of Title 18 of the United States Code.
• It specifies that a court must impose an additional financial assessment of $5,000 on any person or entity that is not considered indigent (i.e., those who have sufficient financial resources) and is convicted of trafficking-related offenses.
• This new assessment is structured to be enforced in addition to any existing penalties or assessments under section 3013.
• The wording of the current law that provides for the assessment is revised to make it clear that this requirement is ongoing, rather than a temporary measure tied to a specific timeframe.

Purpose

The primary purpose of this bill is to enhance the financial repercussions for those convicted in order to support victims of trafficking. The funds raised from this additional assessment may be directed toward resources and support systems for trafficking victims.

Implementation

Upon enactment, courts will immediately integrate this new assessment into their sentencing procedures for applicable convictions.

Targeted Offenses

The bill addresses offenses under specific trafficking laws, ensuring that individuals and entities convicted under these statutes are subject to the specified financial penalties.

Impact on Individuals and Entities

The bill establishes a clearer financial liability for convicted parties, potentially increasing the funding available for victim services through the imposed assessments.

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