S.1186

To ensure fair access to compensation for victims of human trafficking and forced labor

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S1186 ensures fair access to compensation for victims of human trafficking and forced labor.

Massachusetts S1186 amends state law 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. Compensation is calculated based on the Massachusetts minimum wage and is limited to two years, with a yearly cap of $12,500. The bill also provides for compensation to parents or legal guardians of minor victims under specific conditions.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 17, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 23

Senate

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

Mar 30

Senate

Reporting date extended to Tuesday June 30, 2026

Feb 26

Senate

Reporting date extended to Thursday April 2, 2026