Daily Signal Exclusive: GOP Bill Would Make Abortionists Report Victims of Trafficking

Mary Margaret Olohan : Mar 23, 2023
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"The corrupt partnership between human and sex traffickers with the abortion industry is well known, an ugly relationship that needs to be stopped to protect women caught in the crossfire. Abortion is an avenue for traffickers to continue their horrific abuse of women and girls." -Students for Life Action President Kristan Hawkins

[DailySignal.com] Republican North Carolina Sen. Ted Budd is leading lawmakers in introducing the Stopping Traffickers and Their Accomplices Act. (Image: Pexels)

The legislation, co-sponsored by Republican senators Josh Hawley of Missouri, Roger Marshall of Kansas, and Rick Scott of Florida, would require abortionists and abortion providers to file reports with the National Human Trafficking Hotline if they question whether a woman is a victim of human trafficking.

If abortion providers do not report cases of suspected trafficking to local law enforcement within 24 hours, they could face criminal prosecution. The legislation would also require abortionists to participate in training every year that would help them recognize the signs of trafficking.

"Human trafficking is a horrific crime that must be confronted and eradicated," Budd told The Daily Signal. "Given the nature of how abortion clinics operate, it is necessary to provide needed accountability to ensure they are not aiding and abetting the abuse of women enslaved in the sex trade."

Pro-life groups including Concerned Women for America, Students for Life Action, Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, and Heritage Action for America support the legislation... Subscribe for free to Breaking Christian News here

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Mary Margaret Olohan is a senior reporter for The Daily Signal. She previously reported for The Daily Caller and The Daily Wire, where she covered national politics as well as social and cultural issues.