Resolution 160099
Supporting the passage of the Pennsylvania General Assembly's House Bill No. 262 to help combat human trafficking throughout Pennsylvania.
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“Resolution No. 160099, entitled "A resolution supporting the passage of the Pennsylvania General Assembly's House Bill No. 262 to help combat human trafficking throughout Pennsylvania.”
Chief Clerk · Stated Meeting, February 11, 2016 · Feb 11, 2016 · official transcript, this passage
“Thank you, Mr. President. I move that Resolution No. 160099 be withdrawn and would like to be recognized to speak briefly on this matter. (Duly seconded.)”
Councilwoman Brown · Stated Meeting, February 11, 2016 · Feb 11, 2016 · official transcript, this passage
“Thank you. It's been moved and properly seconded that Resolution 160099 be withdrawn. All those in favor? (Aye.)”
Council President Clarke · Stated Meeting, February 11, 2016 · Feb 11, 2016 · official transcript, this passage
“I think it might be important just to put these remarks on the record. It is no secret that my staff and I have been relentless advocates for the victims of human trafficking, whom most often are women and young girls. Therefore, when legislation comes to my attention that might combat human trafficking across our Commonwealth, our ears naturally perk up. Last week I introduced Resolution 160099 which supports Pennsy…”
Councilwoman Brown · Stated Meeting, February 11, 2016 · Feb 11, 2016 · official transcript, this passage
Status timeline
- Feb 4, 2016Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar · CITY COUNCIL
- Feb 11, 2016WITHDRAWN · CITY COUNCIL
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..Title Supporting the passage of the Pennsylvania General Assembly's House Bill No. 262 to help combat human trafficking throughout Pennsylvania. ..Body WHEREAS, Philadelphia has a tradition of advancing fundamental human rights; and WHEREAS, It is imperative to eliminate human trafficking, including commercial sexual exploitation, forced labor, labor obtained through debt or bondage, involuntary servitude, slavery, and slavery by descent; and WHEREAS, To combat human trafficking in this City, the people of Philadelphia must be aware of the realities of human trafficking and must be dedicated to stopping this contemporary manifestation of slavery; and WHEREAS, Efforts shall be made to actively oppose all individuals, groups, or organizations and nations who support, advance, or commit acts of human trafficking and work to end human trafficking around the world; and WHEREAS, House Bill No. 262 of the Pennsylvania General Assembly works to require the formal registration of employees at adult-oriented establishments; and WHEREAS, This bill will support the Commonwealth's efforts to eradicate human trafficking by protecting at-risk people, including women, minors, and undocumented persons; and WHEREAS, Studies show the consumption of alcohol impairs one's judgment and in the context of the adult entertainment industry, may accelerate the use of violence by patrons against employees; and WHEREAS, Studies show women, minors, and undocumented persons are at an increased risk of being trafficked in adult-oriented establishments; and WHEREAS, By being forced to work in adult-oriented establishments, women and minors risk increased exposure to not only trafficking, but also violence and deportation; and WHEREAS, The aftereffects of trafficking and forced adult-entertainment participation cause undue emotional, mental, and physical stress and trauma; and WHEREAS, Trauma has adverse effects on the emotional and physical health and economic labor of the trafficking victims; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA, That Council does hereby support the passage of the General Assembly of Pennsylvania's House Bill No. 262. ..End