Fight Illicit Networks and Detect Trafficking Act

Floor Speech

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Ms. TLAIB. Mr. Speaker, I thank Chairwoman Waters for yielding time.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speak in support of the FIND Trafficking Act.

Human trafficking is pervasive across the United States and the world. My own home State of Michigan ranks in the top 10th of States when it comes to this issue.

Sex and drug trafficking is a horrific experience for some of the most vulnerable populations, including children and those who have experienced trauma and violence in the past.

Human trafficking takes form in many ways, ways that we sometimes may not even know exists. With virtual currency becoming more and more common, along with the vast, unknown happenings on the dark web, it is important for us to have access to information to stop this kind of illegal trafficking.

We must find ways to limit financial options for those who seek to exploit and harm others through trafficking. The FIND Trafficking Act will allow us to understand virtual currencies and online marketplaces, especially on the dark web, and how it has contributed to the rise of sex and drug trafficking across this country.

With the popularity of virtual currency, it is important for us to make sure that it is not being used for this in the fight against trafficking. It is my hope that we all stand in support of this bill.

They can try to hide, Mr. Speaker, behind the dark web and these faceless currencies, but under the leadership of Chairwoman Waters, Member Vargas, and Member Wagner, we hope to find you and to stop you from harming our residents.

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