State lawmakers agree to fill federal lapse in funds for trafficking victims, but with a delay

By: Eesha Pendharkar

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: March 25, 2026

Words: 766

Last Updated: 4 months, 1 week ago

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After the delay of federal funding for services supporting survivors of human trafficking, the Maine Legislature approved more than $300,000 to fill the gap, but removed a provision for immediate relief — leaving survivors in limbo for months.

Left without roughly $317,000 to support dozens of victims with housing assistance, mental health and substance use support, and anything else they need, Preble Street, which provides these services statewide, turned to the state with a one-time …

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