Ensure your facility meets state requirements and provides life-saving information with the Texas Bilingual Human Trafficking Signs - Set of 2 (GSS-HT1711-TX-Set). These signs are specifically designed to help victims of human trafficking access help and services by providing contact information for iWatchTexas and the National Human Trafficking Hotline.
Key Features:
- Texas Code Compliant: Specifically designed to meet Tex. Admin. Code § 54.103 (2021) requirements for commercial lodging establishments.
- Bilingual Text: Includes full text in both English and Spanish to ensure clear communication with a diverse population.
- Durable Construction: Manufactured from 0.125" thick, lightweight, and durable white PVC plastic.
- High-Visibility Graphics: Features expertly printed digital graphics in black and blue for maximum legibility; braille is not required per ADA guidelines for this specific notice.
- Versatile Use: Suitable for both indoor and outdoor placement.
- Safety Awareness: Lists specific indicators for labor and sex trafficking to assist the community in recognizing potential victims.
Text Reads:
TEXANS ARE NOT FOR SALE - Human Trafficking Ends Here.
Human trafficking is the oppression of men, women, and children for forced labor or commercial sexual exploitation.
Human trafficking is an affront to human dignity, affecting people of every age, gender, ethnicity, immigration status, and socioeconomic background. Trafficking occurs in urban, suburban, and rural communities throughout Texas. Trafficking often happens in plain sight, so community members can help prevent trafficking by recognizing indicators.
Human Trafficking Indicators
Labor Trafficking:
- Workers arrive and leave at the same time/are brought to the location by a manager.
- Workers not having possession or control of their documents (ID, passport, license, travel documents).
- Workers are sleep deprived, have poor hygiene, or fail to make eye contact.
- Workers have untreated medical conditions/appear malnourished, dehydrated, etc.
- Employers illegally taxing, garnishing, or withholding of wages, or irregular pay.
Sex Trafficking:
- Excessive male foot traffic in and out of hotel room/s rented by the same person.
- Excessive phone calls to the front desk.
- Requesting rooms that have a "sight" advantage (to be able to see cars in and out of the parking lot and on the main street).
- Many cars circling the parking lot and drivers ending up at the same room.
- Garbage cans full of condoms.
- Person not having access to their own ID, cell phone, or money.
Report Human Trafficking
To report suspected human trafficking, contact iWatchTexas at 844-643-2251 or www.iWatchTx.org.
Dial 911 in an emergency.
To obtain services for a human trafficking victim, contact the National Human Trafficking
Hotline at 888-373-7888 or text 233733.
Ideal Applications:
- Hotels, motels, and lodging establishments in Texas.
- Community and municipal centers, including libraries and community halls in Texas.
- Transportation hubs such as airports, bus stations, and train stations in Texas.
- Truck stops and travel centers throughout Texas.
- Schools and universities in Texas.
- Hospitals, medical facilities, and nursing homes in Texas.
- Any public or semi-public establishment in Texas that is required by code to post this notice.
Ideal Applications:
- Hotels, motels, and lodging establishments in Texas.
- Community and municipal centers, including libraries and community halls in Texas.
- Transportation hubs such as airports, bus stations, and train stations in Texas.
- Truck stops and travel centers throughout Texas.
- Schools and universities in Texas.
- Hospitals, medical facilities, and nursing homes in Texas.
- Any public or semi-public establishment in Texas that is required by code to post this notice.
Installation:
This sign comes with foam tape strips for easy installation. For larger signs, silicone adhesive may be required. Refer to our
installation guide for complete instructions.
Compliance:
This sign, GSS-HT118C-TX, is compliant with current regulations with
TX Title 4 Code § 104.07 (2017). We always recommend consulting with your local building inspector to ensure full compliance with all city or county requirements.
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