Support for human trafficking bill growing in wake of news reports

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By MATTHEW L. McKIBBEN

In response to the recent high-profile kidnappings in Nigeria, a number of Assembly Republicans are pushing for legislation that would increase criminal penalties against human traffickers.

Assemblywoman Claudia Tenney, sponsor of the bill (A.8808), held a press conference Tuesday outside the Assembly Chamber Wednesday urging the Legislature to vote on the bill immediately.

"The Assembly majority needs to pass this important piece of legislation as a stand-alone bill, especially in the wake of the tragic kidnapping of girls in Nigeria that has captivated the conscience of the world," said Tenney R–New Hartford.

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