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US HB7234
Bill
Status
1/22/2026
Primary Sponsor
David Valadao
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AI Summary
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Secretary of Homeland Security must establish a Blue Campaign Certification Program within one year to recognize employers in high-trafficking industries who train employees to identify and respond to suspected human trafficking
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Annual application window runs January 31 through April 30; applications reviewed in consultation with the Director of Homeland Security Investigations, and recipients published in the Federal Register
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Certificates of completion are valid for one-year display periods; fraudulent display of certificates (claiming certification without completion or for incorrect years) is prohibited
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Secretary authorized to charge application fees to cover program costs; annual reports required to Congress detailing applications received, certifications issued, fees collected, and administrative costs
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"Covered industries" defined as those with relatively high prevalence of human trafficking where awareness training could have significant impact; public agencies excluded from eligibility
Legislative Description
Human Trafficking Awareness Training Recognition Act of 2026
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
1/22/2026