Criminal Justice (Human Trafficking)

in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 928: Expand prohibitions on abortion trafficking

To amend sections 2108.18, 2108.99, and 2919.14 of the Revised Code to expand the prohibitions on abortion trafficking and the sale of a product of human conception resulting from abortion.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands prohibitions on abortion trafficking, strengthening criminal laws and enhancing law enforcement capabilities to combat a specific crime.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 786: Prohibit artificial depiction of a minor for obscene purposes

To amend sections 2907.321, 2907.322, and 2907.323 of the Revised Code to prohibit use of an artificially generated depiction of a minor for obscene purposes.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill prohibits artificial depictions of minors for obscene purposes, strengthening child protection laws and addressing emerging digital crimes.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill prohibits artificial depictions of minors for obscene purposes, protecting children from harmful technology use and enhancing digital safety.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 4, 2025

HB 323: Require employers to report sexual assault re: minor employees

To amend sections 2151.421 and 4113.99 and to enact section 4113.90 of the Revised Code to require employers report suspected sexual assault involving minor employees.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 323 requires employers to report suspected sexual assault, strengthening the criminal justice system's ability to investigate and prosecute crimes.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill requires employers to report suspected sexual assault involving minor employees, directly improving workplace safety and protecting workers' rights for a vulnerable employee group.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking Violent Crime Child Labor

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passed · Ohio · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 225: Expand the Address Confidentiality Program

SB 225 expands Ohio's Address Confidentiality Program to protect victims of specific crimes by providing a confidential address that replaces their actual address on public records. It directly affects individuals fleeing domestic violence, stalking, human trafficking, rape, sexual battery, or crimes involving deadly weapons, including minors, incompetents, or wards under guardianship. Key changes include adding "human trafficking" and "trafficking in persons" to qualifying crimes, requiring a notarized safety statement, and mandating certified application assistants to help applicants complete forms. The program will assign a confidential address managed by the Secretary of State, which forwards mail and receives legal process while keeping the participant's real address private.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeSB 225 expands a program protecting victims of crimes like human trafficking and domestic violence, thereby strengthening a vital protective aspect within the criminal justice system.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingSB 225 protects victims' ability to safely maintain housing by providing confidential addresses, addressing a key barrier to stable housing for vulnerable individuals.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologySB 225 enhances data privacy by providing a confidential address for victims, replacing their actual address on public records.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Human Trafficking Victims' Rights

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in committee · Ohio · House May 28, 2025

HB 306: Enact the Hate Crime Act

To amend section 2927.12 and to enact sections 2749.01, 2749.02, 2749.03, 2749.04, and 2927.121 of the Revised Code to enact the Hate Crime Act to prohibit hate crimes and to create a civil remedy for a person who is terrorized by another because of specific characteristics or beliefs.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill enacts a Hate Crime Act to prohibit hate crimes and create a civil remedy, strengthening legal protections and the criminal justice system's ability to address bias-motivated offenses.92% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationEnacting a Hate Crime Act typically protects individuals based on characteristics like national origin or ethnicity, which can benefit immigrants targeted by such crimes.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Human Trafficking

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 178: Form Missing Women-Black, Indigenous, People of Color task force

To enact section 2901.44 of the Revised Code to create the Task Force on Missing Women and Girls who are Black, Indigenous, or People of Color and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation,' which involves government spending and fiscal management to fund a new task force.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates a task force to investigate missing BIPOC women/girls, aiming to improve law enforcement response and address systemic issues within the criminal justice system. This promotes criminal justice reform.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 431: Regards human trafficking screening in public schools

To amend sections 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3313.675 of the Revised Code regarding human trafficking screening in public schools and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation,' directly affecting government spending and fiscal management by allocating funds for human trafficking screening.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill implements human trafficking screening in public schools, a preventative measure against a serious crime, supporting law enforcement and victim protection.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates human trafficking screening in public schools to protect students and enhance the educational environment, including an appropriation.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill mandates human trafficking screening in schools, a public health measure that identifies victims likely requiring health and mental health services.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HJR 5: CA: Prohibit slavery, involuntary servitude as criminal penalty

Proposing to amend Section 6 of Article I of the Constitution of the State of Ohio to prohibit slavery or involuntary servitude in Ohio for the punishment of crime.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill promotes criminal justice reform by prohibiting slavery/involuntary servitude as a criminal penalty, thereby protecting civil rights within corrections and sentencing.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill prohibits slavery/involuntary servitude, fundamentally protecting workers' rights and upholding employment standards by eliminating forced labor.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 84: Enact the Innocence Act

To amend sections 2307.66, 2917.211, and 2981.02 and to enact sections 2307.68 and 2907.312 of the Revised Code to enact the Innocence Act to prohibit an organization from failing to verify the age of a person attempting to access material that is obscene or harmful to juveniles, to prohibit a person from using another person's likeness to create sexual images of the other person, and to create a private right of action for each prohibited activity.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnacts new prohibitions and private rights of action to protect juveniles and individuals from sexual exploitation, strengthening the legal framework against such harms.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill protects digital rights by prohibiting the creation of sexual images using another's likeness and regulates organizations regarding age verification for online content, aligning with consumer protection in technology.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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