Expressing support for the designation of January 2026 as “National Human Trafficking Prevention Month”.

Expressing support for the designation of January 2026 as “National Human Trafficking Prevention Month”.

Whereas human trafficking, including forced labor, involuntary servitude, commercial sexual exploitation, and forced marriage, remains a serious crime and a grave violation of human rights in the United States and around the world;

Whereas the House of Representatives reaffirmed the national commitment to freedom and human dignity under the Thirteenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which prohibits slavery and involuntary servitude;

Whereas Congress enacted the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (22 U.S.C. 7101 et seq.), establishing a comprehensive framework to prevent trafficking, protect survivors, and prosecute traffickers;

Whereas National Human Trafficking Awareness Day is observed on January 11th to raise public awareness about the persistence of modern slavery;

Whereas national observances focused on human trafficking prevention increase public awareness of the realities of human trafficking, enhance reporting, strengthen community response, and promote survivor-centered support;

Whereas public awareness and vigilance are essential to combating trafficking and ensuring that human trafficking victims are properly identified and criminals are held fully accountable;

Whereas, in calendar year 2024, the National Human Trafficking Hotline identified 11,999 potential trafficking cases, involving 21,865 potential victims, as reported through calls, texts, webchats, online submissions, and emails;

Whereas, since its inception, the National Human Trafficking Hotline has identified 112,822 cases of human trafficking and 218,568 victims nationwide; and

Whereas trafficking affects communities in every State and territory and requires cooperation across all levels of government and civil society: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved, That the House of Representatives—

(1) supports the designation of “National Human Trafficking Prevention Month” and affirms the Nation’s commitment to ending all forms of human trafficking;

(2) encourages State, local, and Tribal Governments, faith-based institutions, community organizations, and private sector partners to engage in prevention efforts, victim support, and public education tailored to local needs;

(3) urges strong law enforcement action, including secure borders, effective immigration enforcement, and prosecution of traffickers to the fullest extent of the law;

(4) recognizes the indispensable role of survivors, families, faith leaders, and community advocates in shaping effective, compassionate, and accountable responses to trafficking; and

(5) encourages all Americans to remain vigilant, learn the indicators of trafficking, and report suspicious activity promptly.