[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 105 (Thursday, July 15, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1344]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    CONGRATULATING SOUTH AFRICA ON FIRST TWO CONVICTIONS FOR HUMAN 
                              TRAFFICKING

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                               speech of

                        HON. MICHAEL E. McMAHON

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 30, 2010

  Mr. McMAHON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to support H. Res. 1412, a 
Resolution Congratulating the Government of South Africa upon its first 
two successful convictions for human trafficking.
  Since June 11, South Africa has been hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup. 
The global event has attracted nearly half a million visitors to South 
Africa. In the midst of this worldwide sports event, concerns of human 
trafficking have been renewed.
  Now, more than ever, children in South Africa are vulnerable to 
trafficking. The government has closed schools for the duration of the 
World Cup, leaving many children unattended throughout the day. Yet, 
South African law enforcement has been working overtime in a joint 
effort with the international community to combat human trafficking.
  I congratulate South Africa on its first two successful convictions 
for human trafficking. However, much is left to do. I call on the South 
African government to promptly adopt the Prevention and Combating of 
Trafficking in Persons Bill to aid in future investigations. 
Trafficking by tourists must be prosecuted to the fullest extent of 
law.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues in the House of Representatives to 
join me today in recognizing our dedication to human rights and justice 
in South Africa by supporting this Resolution.

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