Bill Overview
Title: Put Trafficking Victims First Act of 2022
Description: This bill sets forth provisions intended to help assess the prevalence of human trafficking in the United States and improve support for victims of trafficking and service providers. The Department of Justice (DOJ) must work with federal entities and other stakeholders to do the following: establish a working group to improve the collection and analysis of data on the incidence of trafficking, report on efforts to develop methodologies to determine the prevalence of human trafficking, and survey survivors to estimate the prevalence of human trafficking and improve services for victims. DOJ must also report on efforts to increase restitution to victims of trafficking.
Sponsors: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
Target Audience
Population: Victims of human trafficking
Estimated Size: 50000
- This bill impacts individuals who have been victims of human trafficking, which include victims of labor and sex trafficking.
- The bill directs the Department of Justice to improve data collection and analysis regarding the incidence of human trafficking, which primarily targets trafficking victims.
- Efforts to increase restitution and improve services explicitly aim to benefit trafficking victims, thus impacting this population.
- Human trafficking is a global issue impacting millions of people worldwide; however, this bill focuses on assessing it within the United States.
Reasoning
- The policy is specifically designed to assist victims of human trafficking by enhancing support services and improving data collection. It directly impacts their wellbeing, particularly those identified as victims within the U.S.
- Victims may experience a noticeable improvement in wellbeing if the policy successfully increases access to services and restitution.
- Not all individuals in the U.S. are directly affected by this policy, as it targets a specific group within a broader population.
- Budget constraints mean that not all victims may see significant changes immediately, but long-term benefits could be realized as the program's impact grows.
Simulated Interviews
Store Clerk (New York, NY)
Age: 32 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 3
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I didn't know if I could trust anyone after what happened.
- It's hard to find resources, but hopefully, this will make it easier.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 4 | 3 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 3 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
Social Worker (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Our main barrier has been the lack of accurate data.
- This policy could finally give us the tools we need to help more effectively.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Unemployed (Miami, FL)
Age: 28 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 2
Duration of Impact: 12.0 years
Commonness: 1/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I hope the policy will help people like me who are often forgotten.
- It's a struggle to access legal help or find jobs.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Year 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 2 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 3 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 4 |
Teacher (Houston, TX)
Age: 55 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm glad the government is doing something about trafficking.
- Education is key to preventing these crimes.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Truck Driver (Chicago, IL)
Age: 39 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 8.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- We need better statistics to make real changes.
- Restitution is important for healing.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
College Student (San Francisco, CA)
Age: 24 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The policy could improve public awareness and stop victim blaming.
- A focus on data could help in identifying more victims.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Software Developer (Seattle, WA)
Age: 29 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I see the potential in better technology and partnerships with the DOJ.
- Data security and confidentiality are vital.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Homemaker (Phoenix, AZ)
Age: 47 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 6.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I’m hopeful this will help families get the support they need.
- Restitution means the world to us.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Law Enforcement Officer (Nashville, TN)
Age: 52 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 4.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Improved data could lead to more successful investigations.
- Support for victims is overdue and crucial.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
NGO Worker (Atlanta, GA)
Age: 41 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 7.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Better methodologies will enhance our outreach.
- It's critical to have reliable data.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $20000000 (Low: $15000000, High: $25000000)
Year 2: $18000000 (Low: $14000000, High: $22000000)
Year 3: $18000000 (Low: $14000000, High: $22000000)
Year 5: $18000000 (Low: $14000000, High: $22000000)
Year 10: $20000000 (Low: $15000000, High: $25000000)
Year 100: $20000000 (Low: $15000000, High: $25000000)
Key Considerations
- The impact on human trafficking victims and their long-term economic participation.
- The potential for better data to improve policy effectiveness in the future.
- Uncertainty in costs due to variances in program implementation and outreach success.