Supervisor Jim Desmond has proven himself to be a steadfast advocate for protecting the most vulnerable members of our society. Today’s news of the Assembly Public Safety Committee passing SB 14, designating child trafficking as a serious felony in California, is a significant milestone in the fight against this abhorrent crime. Supervisor Desmond, while appreciative of this development, also expresses disappointment that the legislation had to go through a forced emergency hearing to receive the attention it rightfully deserved.

Child trafficking is an unspeakable crime that inflicts immeasurable harm on innocent children, and it demands immediate attention and decisive action. Supervisor Desmond passionately emphasizes that the protection of human rights and the safety of our most vulnerable should never be politicized. He firmly believes that this issue goes beyond partisan lines, as safeguarding our children from the horrors of child trafficking should be a shared goal for all.

The unanimous vote in favor of SB 14 by the Assembly Public Safety Committee is a testament to the gravity of this issue and the broad consensus that exists. Supervisor Desmond highlights that reaching this point should not have been necessary, underscoring the need for the state Legislature to prioritize the concerns and well-being of our communities. The fact that this legislation had to go through a special session serves as a poignant reminder that protecting our children should be at the forefront of legislative priorities.

Supervisor Desmond calls on the entire California Assembly to pass SB 14 into law without delay, stressing the urgency of holding human traffickers accountable. By setting aside differences and working together, we can eradicate this despicable crime and ensure the safety and well-being of our children. Supervisor Desmond’s unwavering dedication to this cause showcases his commitment to defending the most vulnerable among us and restoring faith in the integrity of our legislative processes.

As voters, we have a crucial role to play in supporting leaders like Supervisor Jim Desmond who are unwavering in their commitment to protecting our children. By electing representatives who prioritize the safety and well-being of our communities, we can collectively work towards eradicating child trafficking and ensuring a brighter, safer future for our children.

Assembly Public Safety Committee Reverses Course and Passes SB 14 to Combat Child Trafficking in California

Today’s news of the Assembly Public Safety Committee passing SB 14, designating child trafficking as a serious felony in California, is a welcome development. However, I cannot overlook the disappointment and frustration that this crucial legislation had to go through a forced emergency hearing to receive the attention it deserved. The initial vote should have never come to this.

Child trafficking is an unspeakable crime that shatters the lives of innocent children, and it demands our utmost attention and action. It is disheartening that such a matter of human rights and protecting our most vulnerable had to be politicized. This is not a partisan issue.

While I appreciate the Assembly Public Safety Committee’s unanimous vote in favor of SB 14, we should not have reached this point. The fact that this had to go to a special session speaks to the need for our state Legislature to prioritize the concerns and well-being of our communities.

I firmly believe that safeguarding our children from the horrors of child trafficking should be a shared goal, transcending party lines. We must set aside our differences and work together to eradicate this despicable crime. It is incumbent upon all of us to prioritize the safety and well-being of our children and restore faith in the integrity of our legislative processes.

I urge the entire California Assembly to pass this into law immediately and hold human traffickers accountable.