Three Taylor Bills Become Law

(MADISON) – Today, Governor Scott Walker signed three bills, co-authored by Senator Lena Taylor (D-Milwaukee), into law. The bills pertain to the areas of sex trafficking and patronization of an individual engaged in sex work.

“Sex trafficking is an epidemic that preys on individuals who are vulnerable in our communities,” said Senator Lena Taylor (D – Milwaukee). “By changing our approach to target the consumers of sex trafficking, we avoid re-traumatizing victims and reduce the demand that sustains this predatory industry.”

A brief summary of each bill can be found below:

•    Senate Bill 396 – (Patronizing a Child) increases the penalty to a Class-I felony for patronizing a person who is under the age of 18. It is Act 128.

•    Senate Bill 300 – (Soliciting Intimate Representation from a Child) makes it a crime to solicit a sexually explicit photograph, recording, or other representation from a person who is under the age of 18. It is Act 129.

•    Senate Bill 308 – (Patronizing a Prostitute) increases the penalty for the crime of patronizing a prostitute from a Class-A misdemeanor to a Class-I felony if the person has been previously convicted of that crime at least two times. It is Act 131.

Recent Press Releases by State Sen. Lena Taylor

Letter to Attorney Generals

Apr 12th, 2020 by State Sen. Lena Taylor

 

Slow To Question, Slow To Respond

Jan 30th, 2020 by State Sen. Lena Taylor

"The lack of leadership, at the highest level of city government, continues to frustrate Milwaukee residents."

Senator Taylor calls for Barrett to resign over confusion and mismanagement of Fire and Police Commission

Dec 5th, 2019 by State Sen. Lena Taylor

Police community relations continue to deteriorate and there is a serious lack of transparency with the FPC and no real dialogue between the board, executive director and the people of Milwaukee.