US HR1024

Designates January 2026 as "National Human Trafficking Prevention Month" to raise awareness about forced labor, involuntary servitude, commercial sexual exploitation, and forced marriage

In 2024, the National Human Trafficking Hotline identified 11,999 potential trafficking cases involving 21,865 potential victims; since inception, the hotline has documented 112,822 cases and 218,568 victims nationwide

Encourages state, local, and tribal governments, faith-based institutions, and private sector partners to engage in prevention efforts, victim support, and public education

Urges strong law enforcement action including secure borders, effective immigration enforcement, and full prosecution of traffickers

Calls on Americans to learn trafficking indicators and report suspicious activity promptly