This bill aims to enhance the fight against human trafficking in Nebraska by amending sections 81-1430 and 81-1431 of the Revised Statutes Supplement, 2025. It establishes a task force within the Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice to investigate human trafficking, its prevalence, and the services available to victims. The task force will also develop a model for rehabilitative services and will be responsible for creating informational posters in multiple languages to be displayed in various public places, including hotels and similar lodging establishments. Additionally, the bill mandates training for employees of these establishments on recognizing and responding to human trafficking, with the Department of Labor and the Attorney General collaborating to approve the training content.

Furthermore, the bill provides liability protections for owners, operators, and employees of hotels and public lodging establishments who implement the required training and policies related to human trafficking. They will not be held liable for acts of human trafficking committed by third parties unless they knowingly assist in the trafficking or fail to act reasonably. The bill also defines key terms such as "hotel" and "human trafficking" to clarify the scope of the legislation. Overall, the bill seeks to create a more informed and proactive approach to combat human trafficking in Nebraska while ensuring that those in the hospitality industry are equipped to recognize and report such activities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 81-1430, 81-1431
Final Reading: 81-1430, 81-1431
Slip Law: 81-1430, 81-1431