End Demand for Sex Trafficking Act of 2005

The End Demand for Sex Trafficking Act of 2005 (S. 937) was designed to reduce sex trafficking by targeting the "demand" side of the industry, specifically those who purchase or solicit illegal commercial sex acts. The bill proposed federal grants to help state and local law enforcement develop specialized programs to prosecute buyers and traffickers while providing support services for victims.

If enacted, the bill would have updated federal criminal laws to ensure that individuals who purchase commercial sex could be prosecuted under the same statutes used against traffickers and those who transport individuals for illegal sexual activity. Additionally, it would have required the Department of Justice to conduct regular statistical reviews of the commercial sex industry and report to Congress on the effectiveness of local efforts to reduce demand and increase convictions.