Texas HB3231 increases penalties for trafficking of persons, particularly children and disabled individuals.

Texas HB3231 amends the Texas Penal Code to increase penalties for trafficking of persons, especially children and disabled individuals. The bill classifies trafficking as a first-degree felony if it involves forced labor or services, occurs near educational institutions, or results in serious bodily injury or death. It also increases penalties for those who benefit from ventures involving trafficking. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3231 increases penalties for trafficking of persons, particularly children and disabled individuals.

Texas HB3231 amends the Texas Penal Code to increase penalties for trafficking of persons, especially children and disabled individuals. The bill classifies trafficking as a first-degree felony if it involves forced labor or services, occurs near educational institutions, or results in serious bodily injury or death. It also increases penalties for those who benefit from ventures involving trafficking. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.