This bill establishes the Governors Survivor Leader Advisory Council (GSLAC) within the New Jersey Department of Health, in anticipation of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The council's primary purpose is to address the heightened risk of human trafficking associated with the event. It will consist of nine members, all of whom must be survivors of human trafficking or have relevant experience in anti-trafficking policies and victim assistance. The council is tasked with evaluating existing laws, recommending legislative changes, reviewing assistance programs, and promoting public awareness initiatives related to human trafficking. It is required to hold at least eight meetings per year and will submit a report to the Governor and Legislature detailing its findings and recommendations within 240 days of the bill's enactment.
Additionally, the bill appropriates $1 million to support the council's activities and mandates the Attorney General to issue guidelines for law enforcement's response to potential increases in human trafficking crimes during the World Cup. The council will also develop a public awareness campaign and signage regarding human trafficking risks, which must be displayed by establishments already required to post such information. The Commission on Human Trafficking is tasked with ensuring the effective implementation of the council's recommendations before, during, and after the World Cup.