This bill mandates that lodging facilities in New Mexico display a notice regarding human trafficking and require their employees to undergo human trafficking awareness training. Specifically, lodging facilities must post a poster that includes the definition of human trafficking, prohibited conduct, and contact information for a national hotline and a local reporting organization. The poster must be displayed prominently and in multiple languages. Additionally, the bill requires that all employees complete human trafficking awareness training within 90 days of hiring and annually thereafter, covering topics such as indicators of trafficking and reporting procedures.

To ensure compliance, the bill allows for enforcement by the attorney general or district attorneys, imposing civil penalties of up to $500 for each violation of the posting and training requirements. The effective date for these provisions is set for July 1, 2026. The bill aims to enhance awareness and prevention of human trafficking within the lodging industry, thereby contributing to broader efforts to combat this issue.