A bill that would require strip clubs, job recruitment centers and other businesses to post notices telling human trafficking victims how to get help is headed for Gov. Nathan Deal’s desk.

House Bill 141, sponsored by Rep. Edward Lindsey, R-Atlanta, would require the signs to include information on how to reach the National Human Trafficking Resource Center, a toll-free, anonymous hot line run by the nonprofit Polaris Project.

Hotels, truck stations, bus stops, rest areas and other establishments are also included in the bill.

Businesses that do not comply could be punished by a fine of up to $500 on a first offense. Repeat offenders would face a misdemeanor charge and a $5,000 fine.

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