The bill establishes the Council on Human and Sex Trafficking within the Department of Public Safety in Alaska, aimed at coordinating programs related to victim services, education, public awareness, and data collection to combat human and sex trafficking. It amends existing laws to include the council's executive director and the council itself in the relevant state statutes. The council will consist of nine members appointed by the governor, along with various state agency representatives, and will have the authority to develop data collection systems, oversee funding for intervention programs, and conduct public hearings.

Additionally, the bill outlines the council's duties, including the creation of advisory subcommittees, the requirement for quarterly meetings, and the establishment of a quorum for conducting business. Members will not receive a salary but will be entitled to transportation expenses and per diem. The council is set to operate until June 30, 2029, and the act will take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
HB0118A, AM HB 118, introduced 02/26/2025: 39.25.110, 44.41.155, 39.50.200, 44.41.150, 44.41.175, 39.25.100, 44.41.160, 18.66.020, 44.41.165, 44.41.170, 39.20.180, 11.41.360, 11.41.365, 11.66.110, 11.66.130, 44.66.010
HB0118B, AM CSHB 118(JUD), introduced 04/02/2025: 39.25.110, 44.41.155, 39.50.200, 44.41.150, 44.41.175, 39.25.100, 44.41.160, 18.66.020, 44.41.165, 44.41.170, 39.20.180, 11.41.360, 11.41.365, 11.66.110, 11.66.130, 44.66.010