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HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers unanimously approved legislation Wednesday that would require human trafficking awareness training for workers across the hospitality industry, a move supporters say is urgently needed as …
Pa. House Unanimously Backs Trafficking Training for Hotels Ahead of 2026 Surge Read More
NEW CASTLE, DE — A coordinated human trafficking operation conducted last week across New Castle County resulted in three arrests and contact with more than a dozen potential victims, according …
Operation Shattered Halo Leads to Arrests and Outreach in Human Trafficking Probe Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday has joined 40 other Attorneys General in urging the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) to allow law enforcement direct …
41 Attorneys General Call for Law Enforcement Access to Human Trafficking Hotline Tips Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A Digital Safety Roundtable aimed at addressing the alarming rise in digital exploitation of youth will take place in Philadelphia on Thursday, March 6. The event, hosted …
Experts Convene in Philadelphia to Combat Digital Exploitation Read More
WILKES-BARRE, PA — On January 30, 2025, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) convened a roundtable discussion to address the pressing issue of human trafficking. Held at the …
Your Voice Against Exploitation: How Survivors and Leaders Are Uniting to Fight Human Trafficking Today Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry and the Pennsylvania State Police announced the disbanding of a longstanding human trafficking operation based in Philadelphia. On Tuesday, charges were filed against …
Philadelphia Trafficking Bust: Unraveling a Decade-Long Operation with 22 Charged Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant legislative move, Governor Josh Shapiro signed six bills into law on Monday, marking a comprehensive approach to enhancing the legal and regulatory framework in …
Governor Shapiro Signs Six Bills into Law, Strengthening Pennsylvania’s Legal Framework Across Various Sectors Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — In a significant acknowledgment of dedication to public service, Villanova University’s Public Interest Fellowship Program (PIFP) presented its first-ever Public Interest Distinguished Service Award to John …
Villanova University Honors Litigator John Rafferty with Inaugural Public Interest Distinguished Service Award Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In an emotional and powerful gathering at the state capitol building on Monday, the Pennsylvania Interagency Human Trafficking Workgroup, alongside survivors, advocates, law enforcement, and elected officials, …
Pennsylvania Strengthens Front Against Human Trafficking with Advocacy Day and New Initiatives Read More