Navigation FSU Law students help pass new law to combat human trafficking
Lauren Evans, from the left, Tazara Fields, Professor Paolo Annino, and Professor Emmalyn Dalton were instrumental in the House Bill 1237 legislation that addresses human trafficking in Florida. (College of Law)
Florida State University College of Law students played a role in the passing of a new law taking effect last week — one of more than 100 across Florida. Designed to combat human trafficking in public schools, House Bill 1237 mandates annual training for school personnel to help them recognize and respond to signs of trafficking.
The effort was led by FSU law students Lauren Evans and Tazara Fields, working under the mentorship of Glass Professor of Public Interest Law Paolo Annino and Clinical Professor Emmalyn Dalton. Their support helped guide the bill from concept to passage during the 2025 Legislative Session, culminating in its recent signing by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
