AB 861·WI·house
Relating to: the civil causes of action for human trafficking and trafficking a child.
In CommitteeFiled Jan 16, 2026
Sponsor: Mursau
Latest Action
Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
Jan 16, 2026
Summary
The bill adds new statutes that let people injured by human trafficking or child trafficking sue the perpetrators for actual and punitive damages, plus attorney fees. It also requires child‑trafficking claims to be filed before the victim turns 35. The measure gives victims a civil remedy even if no criminal case is pursued.
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