A House bill could establish a permanent commitment to ending human trafficking in Alaska

A House bill could establish a permanent commitment to ending human trafficking in Alaska

Budding trees and bushes are seen in front of the Alaska State Capitol on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. (Photo by James Brooks/Alaska Beacon)Human trafficking is a hidden crisis in Alaska, affecting some of our most vulnerable residents. It is not confined to major cities but extends to rural communities, where economic hardship and geographic isolation can create conditions ripe for exploitation. To tackle this issue effectively, we need a coordinate…