HB 2265 Summary

• Decriminalizes engaging in sexual conduct in exchange for a fee or value, removing criminal penalties for individuals in commercial sexual exploitation

• Repeals section 712-1200 (prostitution offense) and renames related offenses as "sex trafficking" charges with two degrees (first degree as Class A felony, second degree as Class B felony)

• Expands civil liability under Chapter 663J to allow victims to sue businesses, transient accommodation operators, and commercial entities that profit from sexual exploitation, with elimination of statute of limitations

• Converts the human trafficking victim services fund to a human trafficking reparations fund administered by the Department of Human Services to provide direct financial assistance to trafficking victims

• Vacates all prior convictions for prostitution, loitering for prostitution purposes, and street prostitution in designated areas upon the act's effective date