go fingerprint-based background checks to mitigate the 
risk of human trafficking and enhance public safety. 
(b) FINDINGS.—Congress finds the following: 
(1) Human trafficking remains a grave concern, 
with massage wellness spas being identified as 
venues frequently associated with such criminal ac-
tivities. 
(2) The protection of vulnerable individuals and 
the prevention of human trafficking are paramount. 
(3) Comprehensive background checks, particu-
larly fingerprint-based ones, have proven to be effec-
tive in identifying potential risks and preventing ex-
ploitation. 
SEC. 3. FINGERPRINT BACKGROUND CHECKS. 
(a) All owners and employees of massage wellness 
spas, including independent contractors, shall be subject 
to a fingerprint-based background check. 
(b) The background check shall be conducted by a 
law enforcement agency, or an entity authorized by the 
relevant jurisdiction to perform such checks. 
(c) The results of the background check shall be re-
viewed to determine the presence of any criminal history, 
particularly related to offenses such as human trafficking, 
sexual exploitation, or violence. 
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(d) Owners and employees must pass the background 
check prior to being able to own, be employed, or allowed 
to continue their employment in a massage parlor. 
SEC. 4. COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT. 
(a) Owners of massage wellness spas shall be respon-
sible for ensuring that all employees undergo the required 
background checks. 
(b) Failure to comply with the provisions of this Act 
shall result in penalties as determined by the relevant ju-
risdiction, which may include fines, suspension, or revoca-
tion of licenses. 
SEC. 5. REPORTING. 
Law enforcement agencies shall report any findings 
of criminal activity uncovered during the background 
check process to appropriate authorities for further inves-
tigation and action. 
SEC. 6. TRAINING AND ENFORCEMENT. 
(a) Owners and employees of massage wellness spas 
shall undergo training on recognizing and reporting signs 
of human trafficking. 
(b) Educational materials and resources shall be 
made available to massage parlor owners and employees 
to raise awareness about human trafficking and related 
issues. 
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SEC. 7. ENACTMENT. 
This Act shall take effect 120 days after the date of 
enactment. 
SEC. 8. RELIABILITY OF FINGERPRINT BACKGROUND 
CHECKS. 
(a) Fingerprint-based background checks are widely 
recognized as one of the most reliable methods for identi-
fying individuals and assessing their criminal history. 
(b) Fingerprinting offers a unique identifier for each 
individual, significantly reducing the likelihood of false 
positives or identity confusion. 
(c) The use of fingerprints in background checks en-
hances accuracy and completeness by accessing criminal 
records databases at local, State, and Federal levels. 
(d) Studies have shown that fingerprint-based back-
ground checks have a high degree of accuracy and are ef-
fective in identifying individuals with criminal histories. 
(e) Law enforcement agencies, government entities, 
and employers across various sectors rely on fingerprint- 
based background checks as a standard practice for vet-
ting individuals’ criminal history. 
(f) By mandating fingerprint-based background 
checks for owners and employees of massage wellness 
spas, this Act ensures a robust and reliable screening proc-
ess to identify potential risks and protect against human 
trafficking and related crimes. 
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SEC. 9. DEFINITION. 
The term ‘‘massage wellness spa’’ is defined as a 
business establishment where various forms of massage 
therapy are offered. A facility where licensed massage 
therapists provide therapeutic treatments designed to pro-
mote relaxation, relieve stress, alleviate pain, and improve 
overall health and well-being. This definition includes mas-
sage parlors, massage facility, massage spa, and any other 
facility where the core service is to provide massage serv-
ices of any kind. 
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