Originally published: . Volume 12, No. 6. Source pages: 6.
Bill to Create Office of Human Trafficking Prevention Passes House
Senator Ronnie Johns' measure, SB 170, that creates the office of human trafficking prevention, passed the House on May 27 with amendments by a vote of 101 yeas and 0 nays
The proposed law retains present law and, effective July 1, 2021, creates the office of human trafficking prevention (OHTP) in the governor's office for the purpose of coordinating resources of public and private entities engaged in providing assistance to human trafficking victims. Places the commission within OHTP.
It also provides for an executive director of OHTP appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate and adds the executive director to the commission.
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