Texas SB1829 mandates human trafficking prevention training for first responders and requires certain health care facilities to display signs with.

Texas SB1829 addresses human trafficking prevention by requiring first responders to complete approved training on identifying and assisting trafficking victims. It mandates that emergency departments and freestanding emergency medical care facilities display signs with information on recognizing trafficking, a reporting phone number, and contact details for the Department of Public Safety. The bill also prohibits hospitals and facilities from disciplining employees who report suspected trafficking in good faith.

Texas SB1829 mandates human trafficking prevention training for first responders and requires certain health care facilities to display signs with.

Texas SB1829 addresses human trafficking prevention by requiring first responders to complete approved training on identifying and assisting trafficking victims. It mandates that emergency departments and freestanding emergency medical care facilities display signs with information on recognizing trafficking, a reporting phone number, and contact details for the Department of Public Safety. The bill also prohibits hospitals and facilities from disciplining employees who report suspected trafficking in good faith.