Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn.
ST. PAUL, Minn. — A bill passed by the U.S. House Wednesday includes an amendment from Congresswoman Ilhan Omar that strengthens protections for victims of human trafficking.
The Minnesota Democrat said it’s an important first step toward addressing the root causes of human trafficking and protecting the human rights of the most vulnerable.
“We should be guaranteeing protection from deportation for victims of trafficking, allowing them the freedom of speaking to investigators or law enforcement without fear,” Omar said.
Omar said the amendment ensures collaboration between federal, state, and local officials, as well as developing human trafficking training programs at the Department of Labor.
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