Which law of policy prohibits contractors hired by the government and their subcontractors and employees from engaging trafficking in persons?

The law that prohibits contractors hired by the government, as well as their subcontractors and employees, from engaging in trafficking in persons is the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) of 2000. This legislation includes provisions that require government contracts to include clauses against human trafficking, establishing penalties for violations. It aims to ensure that federal funds are not used to support or enable human trafficking activities. The law is part of broader efforts to combat human trafficking and protect vulnerable populations.