Massachusetts H1917 ensures fair compensation for victims of human trafficking and forced labor.
Massachusetts H1917 amends the state's laws to ensure fair access to compensation for victims of human trafficking and forced labor. It allows victims to receive compensation for lost income due to deprivation of liberty, with a maximum award of $25,000. Victims are not required to provide formal employment documentation, and compensation is calculated based on the Massachusetts minimum wage. The bill also allows for compensation for job retraining or similar employment-oriented services.
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