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H.R. 4307

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act

📅 Oct 15, 2026
Summary:
• Directs the Secretary of Labor to implement a training program within 180 days to train certain Department of Labor employees on detecting human trafficking during their official duties
• Requires the training to include methods for identifying suspected victims and traffickers, and establishing clear procedures for referring cases to the Department of Justice and other appropriate authorities
• Mandates annual reports to Congress on the training program's effectiveness and the number of human trafficking cases referred to authorities
Additional Details:
• Specifies that training may be conducted through in-class or virtual learning and must include periodic continuing education for employees whom the Secretary determines should receive such training based on their official duties
• Requires special consideration for training needs of Wage and Hour Division employees operating in states with significant increases in oppressive child labor
• Establishes that referral procedures must follow best practices for protecting victims' rights and include appropriate collaboration with victim advocacy organizations, Federal agencies, and State and local officials

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