By: Enrique Rangel
LubbockOnline
March 28, 2012
On March 29, 2012, Corpus Christi will host a statewide summit on human trafficking. Although Texas has made significant progress in the prosecution of human trafficking, much more is needed, particularly involving the public. Texas Legislature panels do not often hold public hearings throughout the state. The fact that this is happening for the subject of human trafficking means that it has become a critical issue for the state. Rep. Todd Hunter, R-Corpus Christi, said, “We need to show that the Texas Legislature is not only 100 percent but a 1,000 percent behind passing the laws in the state to get rid of this (criminal activity).” Read the full story…
