2013 Senate Bill 588

Human trafficking crime package

Introduced in the Senate

Oct. 3, 2013

Introduced by Sen. Mark Jansen (R-28)

To establish as an “affirmative defense” for a person being prosecuted for a prostitution-related offense that the individual did it only because of his or her status as a victim of a human trafficking crime.

Referred to the Committee on Families, Seniors, and Human Services

Dec. 5, 2013

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Dec. 12, 2013

Substitute offered

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the Senate 38 to 0 (details)

Received in the House

Dec. 12, 2013

Referred to the Committee on Criminal Justice