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For Immediate Release Wednesday, November 13, 2019 
First Lady, GRACE Commission, DOJ Announce Anti-Human Trafficking Grants 
Atlanta, GA  Yesterday First Lady Marty Kemp joined GRACE Commission members, U.S. Department of Justice officials, Attorney General Chris Carr, and U.S. Attorneys BJay Pak and Charles Peeler to announce awards of nearly $153 million to fight human trafficking in Georgia. Approximately $4.3 million will assist law enforcement officials and victim service providers in prosecuting human traffickers and aiding survivors. 
"Human trafficking is a pervasive, growing threat plaguing communities across our state and country," said First Lady Marty Kemp. "I applaud our federal, state, and local partners who are committed to holding bad actors accountable, seeking justice for victims, and helping survivors heal. I am deeply grateful to the U.S. Department of Justice for this new funding that will truly save lives. By working together, we will put an end to this criminal enterprise, once and for all." 
"We are appreciative of our federal partners who have made it possible to continue and expand on our anti-trafficking efforts," said Attorney General Chris Carr. "The resources announced today will help ensure more victims in Georgia get the help and support that they need and ensure that law enforcement officials have every tool at their disposal to put buyers and traffickers behind bars where they belong." 
"Human trafficking is a cruel and barbaric practice that calls to mind the darkest moments of our history, and sadly it has left its mark on the communities of Georgia," said Principal Deputy Associate Attorney General Claire Murray. "Under the direction of Attorney General Barr, the Department of Justice is putting the full weight of its resources behind the brave men and women of the state who are fighting trafficking perpetrators and bringing relief to victims. We commend these courageous and compassionate professionals and are 
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