The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) stated its unwavering support for legislation that advances “our nation’s commitment to eradicating the sin of human trafficking."
In an April letter to the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, Archbishop Shelton Fabre of Louisville, Kentucky, and Bishop Brendan Cahill of Victoria, Texas, expressed their support for the le...
The Catholic Church's support for the legislation demonstrates its commitment to combating human trafficking and providing services to victims. The bill's focus on child labor exploitation in states where it has recently surged underscores concerns about this issue, particularly as Congress begins the appropriations process for fiscal 2027. The reauthorization of the 2000 anti-trafficking bill reflects a continued effort to update and strengthen the federal framework to prevent international tra...