CA SB991

Amends Government Code Section 8590.7 to require the Office of Emergency Services to conduct a prevalence study on human trafficking in California by January 1, 2023, and every 6 years thereafter, with findings reported to the Legislature and published online.

Requires a comprehensive audit and evaluative study of qualified nonprofit organizations receiving grants under the program by January 1, 2023, and every 6 years thereafter.

Appropriates $15,000,000 from the General Fund to the Office of Emergency Services for awarding grants to support human trafficking victim programs, providing technical assistance and training to nonprofit organizations, and conducting the required studies.

Maintains existing grant award criteria based on nonprofit capability to provide comprehensive services, stated goals and objectives, number of people served, community needs, evidence of community support, and other appropriate criteria.

Limits office reimbursement for administrative costs to no more than 5 percent of appropriated amounts.