Orphanage Trafficking Prevention and Protection Act

Christopher H. Smith

Republican · NJ · Representative

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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

2025-07-23

Source: Congress.gov

The legislation aims to combat human trafficking and exploitation of children in orphanages and similar institutions abroad by requiring the U.S. government to develop strategies for identifying and preventing trafficking in these facilities, and to support international efforts to protect vulnerable children. It would affect U.S. foreign aid programs, international organizations working with children, and countries receiving American assistance by establishing standards and oversight mechanisms to ensure orphanages aren't being used as fronts for trafficking operations. The bill targets both the organizations that operate these facilities and the countries where they operate, requiring greater transparency and accountability to protect some of the world's most vulnerable children.

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