Congress Introduces Legislation Named After Abolitionist Frederick Douglass to Combat Modern Day Human Trafficking

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By Donna M. Owens ·September 7, 2021 Published · September 7, 2021 Updated

Members of Congress have joined forces with one of the descendants of Frederick Douglass to introduce anti-human trafficking legislation named after the renowned abolitionist.

The Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2021 (H.R. 5150)­ was announced on September 3, coinciding with the anniversary of Douglass’ self-emancipation in the 19th Century. 

The bipartisan bill was authored by Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) with

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