Human Trafficking Training Program
Official: Human Trafficking Awareness Training Recognition Act of 2026
This bill establishes a program to certify employers who train their employees to recognize and respond to human trafficking. It aims to increase awareness and improve the ability to identify and address this serious issue.
1. This bill creates a certification program for employers to train employees on recognizing human trafficking. 2. Employers in certain industries can apply for a certificate after completing the training program. 3. The Secretary of Homeland Security will review applications and award certificates to eligible employers. 4. The program aims to raise awareness and improve responses to suspected human trafficking cases. 5. Employers must not falsely claim certification if they have not completed the program.
Employees in industries that are likely to encounter human trafficking, such as hospitality and transportation.