The bill amends the title of Chapter 5-14.1 of the General Laws from "The Human Trafficking Prevention Notice Act" to "The Human Trafficking Prevention Notice and Training Act." It introduces new definitions, including "human trafficking awareness training," which encompasses various components such as identifying individuals at risk for trafficking, recognizing signs of trafficking, and understanding the differences between labor and sex trafficking, particularly in the hotel sector. Additionally, it defines "short-term rental property" as a residential unit used for tourist or transient purposes.

The bill mandates that all hotel employees and short-term rental property operators receive human trafficking awareness training within 180 days of employment or listing, with annual training required thereafter. It also requires operators to implement policies for reporting suspected human trafficking to the national hotline or local law enforcement. Furthermore, operators must maintain training records for employees and provide them to the department upon request. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
5563: 5-14.1-1