S. 1049: Preventing Child Trafficking Act of 2025

This bill, known as the Preventing Child Trafficking Act of 2025, aims to enhance efforts against child trafficking in the United States. It focuses on the following key points:

Implementation of Anti-Trafficking Recommendations

The bill directs the Office for Victims of Crime, which is part of the Department of Justice, to continue implementing specific recommendations intended to combat child trafficking. These recommendations come from a report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) titled "Child Trafficking: Addressing Challenges to Public Awareness and Survivor Support." This report was published on December 11, 2023.

Collaboration and Strategy Development

The Office for Victims of Crime, along with the Office on Trafficking in Persons from the Administration for Children and Families, is required to:

• Work together using effective collaboration practices to create and implement strategies for preventing child trafficking and supporting survivors.
• Establish clear performance goals and targets for these anti-trafficking programs aimed at children. These goals must be objective, measurable, and supported by quantifiable data that comes from program participants.

Reporting Requirements

The Director of the Office for Victims of Crime must submit a report within 180 days of the bill's enactment. This report will detail the steps taken to implement the recommendations and support initiatives for fighting child trafficking. The report will be presented to both the Senate and House Judiciary Committees.

Goals of the Bill

The overarching aim of the legislation is to enhance awareness of child trafficking issues, improve support for victims, and create an effective framework for addressing the problem through measurable actions and collaborations.

Relevant Companies

None found