Representative Burgess Owens has co-sponsored the Human Trafficking Awareness Training Act which aims to expand human trafficking awareness training courses to state, local, and tribal agencies, as well as others. “Human trafficking is a heinous crime that impacts people of all ages in communities worldwide,” said Representative Owens. “We have a responsibility to not only provide all-encompassing support for survivors but also to ensure top-of-the-line training so that law enforcement agencies across the country can recognize and prevent these horrific crimes. I’m a proud co-sponsor of the Human Trafficking Awareness Training Act because it strengthens our arsenal to fight this devastating form of modern-day slavery.” The legislation recognizes the importance of training programs for first responders to recognize and properly respond to potential human trafficking situations.
