It was held at the desk rather than sent to a committee, so it can be taken up directly.
Crime and Law EnforcementCrimes against childrenCriminal procedure and sentencingDomestic violence and child abuseHuman traffickingSex offensesSmuggling and trafficking
Why This Matters
This bill makes permanent an extra $5,000 court assessment on non-indigent persons or entities convicted of federal trafficking offenses. It removes the current expiration date for this fee.
Who this affects
People convicted of trafficking · Organizations convicted of trafficking
What changes is this bill making?
1The Act is called the Enduring Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act.
2It changes title 18, section 3014(a) of the United States Code by removing the September 30, 2025 end date for the special assessment.
3Courts must continue to impose an additional $5,000 assessment on non-indigent persons or entities convicted under federal trafficking laws.
4This assessment is in addition to any fee required under section 3013 of title 18.
