The bill's author wants to make it easier to charge people for human trafficking crimes by removing the requirement in law that force must be involved in trafficking.

Legislation to improve data collection around bullying and information about human trafficking have been approved by a House committee.

The multi-state push will aim to educate motorists about the signs of human trafficking.

The push includes efforts to increase education and awareness through organizations that work with at-risk individuals and identify signs and risk factors.

The link between heroin and sex work is not new, but it's gotten worse over the past decade.

Lawmakers and youth advocates say they're looking for legislation next session to help address suicide prevention and human trafficking.

Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller says a robust public awareness campaign - similar to those used during last year's Final Four and the 2012 Super Bowl - is just as important as the enforcement efforts.