Legislation by Rep. Cynthia Roe, R-Lindsay, to strengthen protections for victims of domestic violence and human trafficking passed unanimously in the House Health and Human Services Oversight Committee.
Roe, a veteran nurse practitioner and chair of the House Public Health Committee, said the measure is designed to ensure victims can safely seek help while receiving medical care.
'Too often, victims are hiding in plain sight, even in places where they should feel safest,' Roe said. 'I received a note from a survivor of human trafficking about her struggle to find safety, and it is clear we can do more. I have seen how critical those quiet moments are between a patient and a provider. This bill gives victims a voice and a clear path to help when they are ready.'
