Human Trafficking Survivor Tax Relief Act

# Human Trafficking Survivor Tax Relief Act (HR 6227) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would provide tax relief for survivors of human trafficking. Specifically, it would allow trafficking survivors to exclude certain income from their federal taxes if that income was obtained through force, fraud, or coercion during their trafficking situation. The bill aims to recognize that money or benefits obtained under trafficking circumstances shouldn't count as taxable income for survivors trying to rebuild their lives. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects human trafficking survivors and would also likely impact tax authorities administering these changes.

Key provisions would clarify that income gained through trafficking activities—whether from forced labor, sexual exploitation, or other forms of coercion—can be excluded from taxable income. This could help survivors avoid additional financial penalties when they've already experienced exploitation, allowing them to keep more resources as they recover and rebuild. **Current Status** As of now, HR 6227 is in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Bradley Schneider (D-IL) and remains in the early stages of the legislative process.