SAVE Girls Act

This bill would set up a federal grant program to fight the smuggling and trafficking of children and young women. It focuses on stopping smuggling of people ages 12 to 24 at U.S. borders and helping those who have already been smuggled or are at risk of sex trafficking.

Grants could go to states, tribal nations, local governments, and nonprofit victim service groups. The Attorney General and the Secretary of Health and Human Services would run the program, with input from the Secretary of State. Up to $50 million is authorized for these grants, and the funds would stay available until used. The bill does not create a new right to sue the federal government.

• Who is affected: Children and young women ages 12–24 at risk of smuggling or trafficking, and groups that serve them
• What changes: Creates federal grants to prevent smuggling at the border and to support victims and those at risk
• Funding: $50 million in grants, available until spent
• Who can apply: States, Indian tribes, local governments, and nonprofit victim service organizations