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S. 2991Became Law

Countering Human Trafficking Act of 2021

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What it doesSummary public law (Dec 27, 2022)

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.

The act requires the CCHT to develop a strategy to improve the systems and processes used throughout DHS to combat human trafficking and the importation of goods produced with forced labor.

The act transfers the functions and resources of the Blue Campaign (i.e., the national public awareness effort to combat human trafficking) to the CCHT. DHS may also transfer to the CCHT any other component, directorate, or office of the department related to combating human trafficking.

What just happenedDec 27, 2022

Became Public Law No: 117-322.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI](D-MI)Sponsor
3 cosponsors2 D1 R
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  1. Dec 27, 2022President

    Became Public Law No: 117-322.

  2. Dec 27, 2022BecameLaw36000

    Became Public Law No: 117-322.

  3. Dec 27, 2022President

    Signed by President.

  4. Dec 27, 2022BecameLaw36000

    Signed by President.

  5. Dec 23, 2022Floor

    Presented to President.

  6. Dec 23, 2022President28000

    Presented to President.

  7. Dec 14, 2022FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  8. Dec 14, 2022FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H9823-9824)

  9. Dec 14, 2022Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.

  10. Dec 14, 2022FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2991.

  11. Dec 14, 2022FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H9823-9826)

  12. Dec 14, 2022FloorH30300

    Mr. Nadler moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

  13. Apr 7, 2022FloorH15000

    Held at the desk.

  14. Apr 7, 2022FloorH14000

    Received in the House.

  15. Apr 7, 2022Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  16. Apr 7, 2022Floor

    Star Print ordered on the reported bill.

  17. Apr 6, 2022Floor

    Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S2055-2056)

  18. Apr 6, 2022Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.

  19. Apr 6, 2022Floor

    The committee substitute withdrawn by Unanimous Consent. (CR S2055)

  20. Apr 6, 2022Floor

    Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S2054-2056)

  21. Feb 14, 2022Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 272.

  22. Feb 14, 2022Committee

    Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Peters with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 117-73.

    Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
  23. Feb 14, 2022Committee14000

    Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Peters with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 117-73.

    Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
  24. Nov 3, 2021Committee

    Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

    Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
  25. Oct 18, 2021IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

    Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
  26. Oct 18, 2021IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Public LawDec 27, 202249

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.

The act requires the CCHT to develop a strategy to improve the systems and processes used throughout DHS to combat human trafficking and the importation of goods produced with forced labor.

The act transfers the functions and resources of the Blue Campaign (i.e., the national public awareness effort to combat human trafficking) to the CCHT. DHS may also transfer to the CCHT any other component, directorate, or office of the department related to combating human trafficking.

Passed HouseDec 14, 202253

Countering Human Trafficking Act of 2021

This bill 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.

The bill requires the CCHT to develop a strategy to improve the systems and processes used throughout DHS to combat human trafficking and the importation of goods produced with forced labor.

The bill transfers the functions and resources of the Blue Campaign (i.e., the national public awareness effort to combat human trafficking) to the CCHT. DHS may also transfer to the CCHT any other component, directorate, or office of the department related to combating human trafficking.

Passed SenateApr 6, 202255

Countering Human Trafficking Act of 2021

This bill 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.

The bill requires the CCHT to develop a strategy to improve the systems and processes used throughout DHS to combat human trafficking and the importation of goods produced with forced labor.

The bill transfers the functions and resources of the Blue Campaign (i.e., the national public awareness effort to combat human trafficking) to the CCHT. DHS may also transfer to the CCHT any other component, directorate, or office of the department related to combating human trafficking.

Reported to SenateFeb 14, 202225

Countering Human Trafficking Act of 2021

This bill 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.

The bill requires the CCHT to develop a strategy to improve the systems and processes used throughout DHS to combat human trafficking and the importation of goods produced with forced labor.

The bill transfers the functions and resources of the Blue Campaign (i.e., the national public awareness effort to combat human trafficking) to the CCHT. DHS may also transfer to the CCHT any other component, directorate, or office of the department related to combating human trafficking.

Introduced in SenateOct 18, 2021

Countering Human Trafficking Act of 2021

This bill 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.

The bill also requires the CCHT to develop a strategy to improve the systems and processes used throughout DHS to combat human trafficking and the importation of goods produced with forced labor.

Countering Human Trafficking Act of 2021 — Informed