Senators Introduce Resolution Designating January as "National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month'
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Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) introduced a resolution designating January as "National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month."
"It's unconscionable that in 2022 there are an estimated 40 million victims of human trafficking and slavery," said Senator Feinstein. "We owe it to each and every one of these victims to rid the world of these abhorrent crimes. I'm glad to join my colleagues to introduce a resolution to raise awareness of this tragic issue and encourage everyone to become educated about this problem."
"Human trafficking and modern-day slavery are happening in plain sight," said Senator Lisa Murkowski. "Any effort to stop human trafficking is progress, and there is so much we can do. I'm glad to join my colleagues in leading this resolution to raise awareness of these tragic crimes. Together, we can stand with communities who are taking action, support victims, and develop solutions to prevent these awful abuses."
"I've worked to prevent human trafficking since my days as Nevada's Attorney General." said Senator Cortez Masto. "I'm proud to introduce this resolution in support of National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month, and I remain committed to continue pushing in the Senate to support trafficking victims and bring justice to survivors."
"Human trafficking and exploitation continue to plague communities across our nation, including in Iowa. We must not turn a blind eye, but instead shine a light on this modern-day slavery to begin restoring dignity to those impacted. This resolution brings awareness and pushes forward the important work that must be done to put an end to these heinous crimes," Grassley said.
In addition to Senators Feinstein, Murkowski, Cortez Masto and Grassley, the resolution is also cosponsored by Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Ed Markey (D-Mass.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.).
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