FY24 Human Trafficking Enforcement and Training Grant Program

This bill establishes a grant program to help Massachusetts District Attorneys fight human trafficking by providing funding for investigations and victim support services. The program allocates $475,000 to five selected district attorneys to strengthen their ability to identify trafficking cases, prosecute offenders, and connect survivors with necessary resources. Funds are awarded through a competitive process that evaluates applications based on the applicant's experience, the relevance of their proposed plan, and their budget details. The initiative aims to improve local law enforcement capacity and expand trauma-informed care for victims within the state.