What does Preamble of HR 4307 do?

This bill directs the Secretary of Labor to train certain Department of Labor employees. The training is intended to enable employees to detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking. The bill includes provisions for other purposes, though these are not specified in the preamble.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 4307 do?

This bill is formally titled the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act.

What does DEFINITION OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING. of HR 4307 do?

This section defines 'human trafficking' for the purposes of this Act. The definition of 'human trafficking' is derived from paragraph (11) of section 103 of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000.

What does TRAINING FOR DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL TO IDENTIFY HUMAN of HR 4307 do?

This section requires the Secretary of Labor to implement a training program for Department of Labor employees. The program must be implemented within 180 days of the Act's enactment. Training will be provided to employees the Secretary determines should receive it based on their duties. The Secretary must consider the training needs of Wage and Hour Division employees in states with increased oppressive child labor. Training can be conducted through in-class or virtual learning. Training must be appropriate for the employees' location and professional environment. Training topics will be determined by the Secretary and reflect current trends and best practices. Training must include information on detecting human trafficking, identifying victims and traffickers, and referral procedures. Referrals must align with best practices for protecting victim rights and involve collaboration with various organizations and agencies. Employees receiving training must evaluate the training after completion.

What does REPORTS TO CONGRESS. of HR 4307 do?

This section mandates annual reports to the House and Senate committees. The Secretary of Labor must submit these reports within one year of program implementation and annually thereafter. Reports must detail training and continuing education provided under the program, including an evaluation of effectiveness and the number of participants. Reports also need to include the number of human trafficking cases referred to the Department of Justice and other authorities, along with how the Department of Labor tracks responses to these cases.

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Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act — HR. 4307

Last updated: 3/4/2026 · Introduced: 7/10/2025

Author: Tim Walberg (R-MI)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill requires the Secretary of Labor to establish a training program for Department of Labor employees to detect and prevent human trafficking, prioritizing those in states with increased oppressive child labor.
The training program will cover identifying victims and traffickers, referral procedures, and must be evaluated by participating employees.
The Secretary of Labor must submit annual reports to Congress detailing the training program's effectiveness, participant numbers, and the number of human trafficking cases referred to law enforcement.

119th Congresspassed houseS. 2241(In Committee)Official page

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