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FL H9093

Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/23/2012

Primary Sponsor

Erik Fresen

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates January 2012 as "Human Trafficking Awareness Month" in Florida (note: resolution title references July 2012, but operative language specifies January 2012)
  • Encourages all Floridians to educate themselves about the dangers of human trafficking
  • Identifies human trafficking as a form of modern slavery involving forced labor, sexual exploitation, debt bondage, involuntary servitude, and forced marriage
  • Notes that Florida has the third highest call volume to the National Human Trafficking Resource Center and is viewed by traffickers as an attractive destination and transit point
  • Reaffirms Florida's commitment to combating human trafficking through prevention, prosecution, education, and awareness efforts

Legislative Description

Human Trafficking Awareness Month

Last Action

Adopted by Publication -HJ 907

2/28/2012

Full Bill Text

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