Congressmen Tim Moore and Lou Correa Introduce Bipartisan Protecting Child Sex Trafficking Victim Witnesses Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Recently, Congressman Tim Moore (NC-14) and Lou Correa (CA-46) introduced H.R. 7225, the Protecting Child Sex Trafficking Victim Witnesses Act, bipartisan legislation aimed at improving how the federal justice system supports and safeguards child victims when they testify against human traffickers.

"Children who survive sex trafficking have already endured unimaginable trauma," said Congressman Moore. "When they step forward to help put traffickers behind bars, the system should be focused on their well-being and safety. This bipartisan bill helps ensure child witnesses are treated with care while strengthening our efforts to hold traffickers accountable."

"Children who survive sex trafficking deserve protection, dignity, and the chance to be heard without being retraumatized," said Congressman Correa. "This legislation puts victims first by ensuring child witnesses can testify safely and with the support they need. When we protect survivors, we strengthen cases and make it more likely that traffickers are held fully accountable. No child should suffer in silence, and no perpetrator should escape justice."

Specifically, this bill directs the Attorney General to develop and disseminate victim-centered guidance to help minimize the emotional and psychological harm children face during prosecution, while ensuring their safety throughout the legal process. This guidance would be developed in consultation with law enforcement, prosecutors, medical professionals, mental health providers, and child advocacy organizations.

Read the full text of the bill here.