S 1057 Massachusetts Senate · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act to strengthen laws combatting human trafficking and protecting survivors of modern-day slavery

This bill creates a formal partnership between the state government and private corporations to voluntarily combat human trafficking. Participating businesses must adopt zero-tolerance policies, educate their employees, and share information on effective prevention strategies. The legislation also mandates specialized training for law enforcement, judges, and K-12 educators to better identify and support victims. These measures aim to improve coordination among agencies and increase awareness within the community without restricting existing laws or programs.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
House Passage
Apr 2024
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action May 2, 2024
Floor votes

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This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
6
Key actions
2
Committee
1
Apr 16, 2024
Lower · Passed
House concurred
lower
Feb 16, 2023
Lower · Passed
House concurred
lower
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on The Judiciary
upper
1 primary · 6 co-sponsors

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