John McGuire (R-VA)
Expressing support for the designation of January 2026 as "National Human Trafficking Prevention Month".
A Republican resolution with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating January 2026 as "National Human Trafficking Prevention Month." It highlights the serious nature of crimes like forced labor, commercial sexual exploitation, and forced marriage. The text notes the importance of the Thirteenth Amendment in prohibiting slavery and involuntary servitude. It also points to the historical role of the National Human Trafficking Hotline in identifying thousands of cases and victims. Finally, the resolution aims to affirm the nation's commitment to ending all forms of human trafficking.
Yes· 3 of 7
- Scored +1
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?
The resolution addresses human trafficking, which disproportionately impacts various racial and ethnic communities.
- Scored +1
Does this tighten control of the border?
The resolution urges strong law enforcement action, including secure borders, to combat trafficking.
- Scored +1
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?
The resolution calls for effective immigration enforcement as part of a broader strategy to address trafficking.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Awareness and Reporting: National observances are intended to increase public awareness of human trafficking, which can enhance reporting and strengthen community responses. (Whereas clauses)
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Support for Survivors: The resolution promotes survivor-centered support and recognizes the role of survivors, families, and community advocates in shaping responses. (Whereas clauses and Section 2, 4)
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Engagement of Local Entities: The resolution encourages State, local, and Tribal Governments, as well as faith-based institutions and private sector partners, to engage in prevention, support, and education. (Section 2)
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Law Enforcement Action: The resolution urges strong action through the prosecution of traffickers to the fullest extent of the law. (Section 3)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this tighten control of the border? — The resolution urges strong law enforcement action, including secure borders, to combat trafficking. Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens? — The resolution calls for effective immigration enforcement as part of a broader strategy to address trafficking. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — By combatting forced labor and human trafficking, the resolution aims to address economic exploitation. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution addresses human trafficking, which disproportionately impacts various racial and ethnic communities.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The resolution addresses human trafficking, a crime that heavily impacts immigrant and minority populations. Would immigrants be better off under this? — The resolution seeks to combat trafficking and emphasizes effective immigration enforcement to protect victims. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution targets the prevention of forced labor, which often targets low-income individuals.
- 1/30/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.