AB 1918: Human trafficking: body art practitioners.
AB 1918 status: Third Reading — Ordered to third reading (updated Jul 2, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialExisting law requires certain businesses or establishments to post a notice relating to slavery and human trafficking, including hotlines and available services and support information. Existing law requires certain businesses or establishments to provide certain employees at least 20 minutes of training on human traff...
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct environmental benefit identified
Risks
- No direct environmental risk identified
Economy
Benefits
- Potential for increased reporting of human trafficking may lead to better support for victims, indirectly benefiting the economy through reduced social costs.
Risks
- Businesses will incur costs for training employees and registered practitioners, and for posting notices.
Society
Benefits
- Increases awareness of human trafficking among body art practitioners and employees.
- Mandates training on recognizing and reporting human trafficking.
- Requires body art facilities to post anti-trafficking notices.
- Authorizes use of evidence-based, trauma-informed training materials.
Risks
- Potential for increased reporting may initially strain victim support services if not adequately resourced.
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Analysis status
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The bill imposes civil penalties for non-compliance, which could affect businesses.
The bill amends existing law by reference; full understanding requires review of the cited Civil Code and Health and Safety Code sections.
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CurrentOrdered to third reading.
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