Combating Trafficking in Transportation Act
Summary
The Combating Trafficking in Transportation Act aims to enhance efforts to combat human trafficking by focusing on the transportation sector. It amends Title 49 of the United States Code to allow for projects that install human trafficking awareness signs at rest stops and welcome centers. The bill also amends Section 5 of the Combating Human Trafficking in Commercial Vehicles Act to include state departments of transportation in the Department of Transportation Advisory Committee on Human Trafficking.
Expected Effects
This act will likely increase awareness of human trafficking among travelers and transportation workers. The inclusion of state departments of transportation in the advisory committee will provide a more comprehensive perspective in developing strategies to combat trafficking. This will allow for better coordination between federal and state efforts.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of human trafficking at rest stops and welcome centers.
- Enhanced collaboration between federal and state transportation agencies.
- A more comprehensive approach to combating human trafficking in the transportation sector.
- Potential for increased reporting of trafficking incidents.
- Strengthening existing legislation by expanding the advisory committee's scope.
Potential Disadvantages
- The act primarily focuses on awareness and advisory roles, which may not directly lead to the apprehension of traffickers.
- The effectiveness of awareness signs depends on their design, placement, and the public's engagement with them.
- The act may require additional funding for the installation of signage and the operation of the advisory committee.
- The impact on actual trafficking incidents may be difficult to measure.
- Potential for bureaucratic delays in appointing state department representatives to the advisory committee.
Constitutional Alignment
The Combating Trafficking in Transportation Act aligns with the Constitution by promoting the general welfare (Preamble) through efforts to combat human trafficking. Congress has the power to regulate interstate commerce (Article I, Section 8), which includes transportation and efforts to prevent illegal activities within that sector. The act does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or freedoms.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).