Bills/H.R. 1379

Trafficking Survivors Relief Act of 2025

Trafficking Survivors Relief Act of 2025

In CommitteeJudiciaryHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · House
Introduced
Committee
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Plain Language Summary

# Trafficking Survivors Relief Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Trafficking Survivors Relief Act of 2025 (HR 1379) is designed to provide relief and support to victims of human trafficking. While the bill's full details are limited in public records at this stage, it appears to address multiple aspects of how the criminal justice system treats trafficking survivors, including reforms to criminal procedures, evidence handling, and potential financial relief measures like covering legal fees and court costs for victims. **Who It Affects:** This bill directly impacts people who have experienced human trafficking and exploitation. It may also affect law enforcement agencies, courts, and government agencies involved in investigating trafficking cases and supporting survivors.

Additionally, it could influence how federal records related to trafficking cases are maintained and accessed. **Current Status:** HR 1379 is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. As a bill sponsored by Representative Russell Fry (R-SC), it remains in the early stages of the legislative process and would require committee approval and further congressional action before becoming law.

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Latest Action

February 14, 2025

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Subjects

Congressional oversightCrime victimsCriminal justice information and recordsCriminal procedure and sentencingEvidence and witnessesGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsHuman traffickingJudicial procedure and administrationLegal fees and court costsSmuggling and trafficking

Sponsor

R
17 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
February 14, 2025
Last Updated
February 14, 2025
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