Pennsylvania HB2257 mandates trauma-informed screening for children at risk of human trafficking involving sexual servitude.
Pennsylvania HB2257 amends the Human Services Code to require the development of a trauma-informed screening for children identified as victims or at risk of human trafficking involving sexual servitude. County agencies must administer this screening to dependent children they encounter. If a child is identified as at risk, the county agency must connect them with specialized services for sexually exploited children. This act aims to ensure timely intervention and support for vulnerable children.
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