This bill proposes a supplemental appropriation of $75,000 to the Human Trafficking Survivors Assistance Fund, which is part of the annual appropriations act for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The funds will be allocated to the Division of Criminal Justice within the Department of Law and Public Safety, specifically for the purpose of supporting services for victims of human trafficking. The bill emphasizes that the Human Trafficking Survivors Assistance Fund is a non-lapsing, dedicated fund administered by the Attorney General, and all funds deposited are to be used for victim services, awareness promotion, and the development of educational materials and training programs related to human trafficking.
The act will take effect immediately upon passage, ensuring that the allocated funds can be utilized without delay to support the ongoing efforts to assist survivors of human trafficking. The bill reinforces the commitment to addressing the needs of victims and enhancing public awareness and education on this critical issue.