Provides for priority for applications and expedited determination of claims for a human trafficking victim who wishes to remove permanent marks that were part of the trafficking of such victim, including but not limited to, tattoos, markings, brandings, or other symbols or insignia.
Summary
S01645 amends the New York Executive Law provision governing certain victim assistance claims to give human trafficking victims priority status when applying for assistance to remove permanent marks associated with their trafficking. The bill specifically covers removal of tattoos, markings, brandings, or other symbols or insignia that were imposed as part of the trafficking experience, and it requires expedited determination of those claims.
The measure is framed as an addition to the existing crime victims assistance framework, which already includes provisions for expedited claims and awards in other victim categories. By adding a new paragraph to section 627 of the Executive Law, the bill directs the Office of Victim Services to prioritize these applications and process them more quickly, helping victims access support for medical or restorative procedures tied to their exploitation.
Impact
If enacted, the bill would modify section 627 of the Executive Law to create a new priority category within the state’s victim compensation and assistance system for human trafficking survivors seeking removal of trafficking-related permanent marks. It would not create a new standalone program, but would instead change how claims are handled by the Office of Victim Services, requiring faster review and determination of eligible applications. The affected parties are human trafficking victims who want tattoos, brands, or similar markings removed, along with the state agency responsible for administering victim claims.
Sentiment
The bill appears to have a broadly supportive, victim-centered purpose, with no recorded committee debate or votes indicating opposition in the provided materials. Its caption and text suggest a consensus-oriented effort to provide practical assistance to trafficking survivors and to reduce barriers to obtaining restorative care. Because there are no transcripts or vote records included, the available context does not show any formal controversy or divided sentiment.
Contention
No specific points of contention are documented in the provided materials. Potential issues, if raised in future debate, could include administrative workload for the Office of Victim Services, eligibility determinations for what counts as trafficking-related markings, and the scope of covered procedures or costs. However, the bill text and available context do not show any named opponents or disputed provisions.
Same As
Provides for priority for applications and expedited determination of claims for a human trafficking victim who wishes to remove permanent marks that were part of the trafficking of such victim, including but not limited to, tattoos, markings, brandings, or other symbols or insignia.
Provides for priority for applications and expedited determination of claims for a human trafficking victim who wishes to remove permanent marks that were part of the trafficking of such victim, including but not limited to, tattoos, markings, brandings, or other symbols or insignia.
Provides for priority for applications and expedited determination of claims for a human trafficking victim who wishes to remove permanent marks that were part of the trafficking of such victim, including but not limited to, tattoos, markings, brandings, or other symbols or insignia.
Provides for priority for applications and expedited determination of claims for a human trafficking victim who wishes to remove permanent marks that were part of the trafficking of such victim, including but not limited to, tattoos, markings, brandings, or other symbols or insignia.
To Expand The Sealing Of Criminal Records For Victims Of Human Trafficking; To Provide That Victims Of Human Trafficking Have Certain Rights; And To Provide A Mandatory No-contact Order In A Human Trafficking Case.
In human trafficking, further providing for definitions and providing for victim determination statement and for State Human Trafficking Resource Coordinator; and, in licensing of drivers, providing for restoration of operating privilege for victims of human trafficking.
Concerning A Civil Cause Of Action For Victims Of Human Trafficking; And To Provide A Statute Of Limitation Period Of Ten Years For A Victim Of Human Trafficking.