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S. 2991 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022

Countering Human Trafficking Act of 2021

S. 2991 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022) became law — introduced on Oct 18, 2021, sponsored by Gary C. Peters with 3 co-sponsors.

During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Oct 18, 2021
Co-sponsors
3
Policy area
Crime and Law Enforcement
Public law
Public Law 117-322

What it does

Countering Human Trafficking Act of 2021 This act provides statutory authority for the Center for Countering Human Trafficking (CCHT) within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The CCHT coordinates DHS efforts to combat human trafficking and the importation of goods produced with forced labor.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Gary C. Peters (D-MI). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 1 Republican.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedOct 18, 2021
  • Passed the SenateApr 6, 2022
  • Passed the HouseDec 14, 2022
  • Sent to the PresidentDec 23, 2022
  • Became lawDec 27, 2022

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 117-322. (Dec 27, 2022)

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