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Stop Human Trafficking

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Global Engagement in Counter-Trafficking

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) champions the inclusion of efforts in international transportation fora to counter human trafficking.  

Transportation ministries that play an important role in combating human trafficking include the Asia Pacific Economic...

DOT's Counter-Trafficking Legislative Authorities

Several pieces of legislation have expanded DOT’s authority to combat human trafficking. These include expanding grant programs, requiring air carriers to train certain personnel, tracking air carrier training and tips, establishing the multimodal advisory committee, preparing a triennial advisory...