Georgia 2023-2024 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HR1255

Introduced

2/22/24

Introduced

2/22/24

Caption

House Study Committee on Combating Human Trafficking in Major Transportation Areas; create

Impact

If enacted, this committee will assess the current conditions and resources that are available to combat human trafficking in these major transportation centers. It will evaluate the gaps in resources and capabilities and will be tasked with recommending any further actions or legislative measures that may be required. This study could result in new policies or enhancements to existing mechanisms to address the ongoing challenges posed by human trafficking effectively.

Summary

House Resolution 1255 proposes the creation of the House Study Committee aimed at combating human trafficking specifically in major transportation areas across Georgia. This resolution recognizes human trafficking as a significant problem not only in the state but globally, highlighting the serious nature of this crime as a multi-billion dollar industry. Important transportation hubs such as the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and the state's seaports are identified as potential hotspots for human traffickers, necessitating a focused response to combat this issue.

Contention

The establishment of this committee is anticipated to initiate discussions among lawmakers regarding the scope and scale of human trafficking within the state. While there may be broad support for addressing human trafficking, there may also be differing views on the effectiveness of the proposed committee and whether it will lead to tangible results in terms of legislation or resource allocation against what is considered a complex and pervasive issue. Finding the right balance in addressing this law enforcement challenge while considering resource limitations will likely be a point of discussion among committee members.

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