MD HB1

Maryland Department of Transportation must develop and implement a training program on identifying and reporting suspected human trafficking for state employees at transit stations, airports, port facilities, and highway rest stops, as well as transit service employees and contractors.

Employers must certify annually by January 1 (starting 2027) that all employees have completed the training, with new hires required to complete training within 90 days of hire.

Employers must establish procedures for reporting suspected trafficking to local agencies and regional navigators, and implement prevention policies covering victim recognition, response, and connection to resources.

Employers, employees, and contract employees are protected from civil and criminal liability when reporting or responding in good faith to suspected human trafficking incidents.

The Department must require frequent public service announcements in English and Spanish with safety information for trafficking victims at transit stations, airports, port facilities, and highway rest stops.