Overview

• House Bill 1286, introduced by Rep. Regina Young with bipartisan co-sponsors, would obligate hotels and short-term rental operators to train employees in identifying and reporting human trafficking.
• The legislation seeks to codify voluntary industry initiatives such as the AHLA Foundation’s “No Room For Trafficking” by establishing uniform prevention standards across Pennsylvania’s lodging sector.
• Backers highlight Philadelphia’s international airport and key interstate corridors as hotspots that make consistent staff training critical to spotting trafficking red flags.
• Support for the bill unites the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association, Visit Philly, law enforcement agencies and survivor advocates in a coalition urging prompt legislative approval.
• Proponents stress that passing the measure before major 2026 gatherings—including the FIFA World Cup and America’s Semiquincentennial—will bolster safety for guests and employees alike.