Individuals suspecting human trafficking are encouraged to contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline or file complaints with TDLR regarding suspicious activities.

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has the authority to issue emergency closures based on evidence of human trafficking, a power granted by House Bill 3579, which took effect in September 2023.

Since late 2023, TDLR has issued 49 emergency orders related to human trafficking, impacting 68 locations and resulting in the revocation of licenses for 51 illicit massage establishments.

Recently, TDLR closed six illicit massage establishments, including locations in Midland, Katy, Spring, Houston, Plano, and Big Spring, effective June 16, 2025.

The TDLR's actions reflect a broader commitment to combat human trafficking in Texas, as evidenced by the significant number of emergency orders issued.

The closure order prohibits Peng and his associated businesses from operating at the same addresses for six months.

All six closed businesses are owned by Wanli Peng, who has a history of operating illicit establishments and previously surrendered his license for another location due to similar issues.

A separate investigation by the Dallas Police Department uncovered trafficking signs at Chi Kung Foot Spa, where Peng was found operating without a license.

The enforcement actions were partly prompted by a customer complaint at Yu Spa, where an employee was arrested for offering sexual services to an undercover officer.

During the investigations, evidence of sexual paraphernalia and role-playing costumes was discovered at the locations, further supporting the trafficking allegations.

The investigation into these illicit activities is ongoing, with authorities continuing to monitor the situation.

Investigations revealed that the closed establishments were advertising sexual services, lacked required client consultation documents, and had unlicensed employees along with evidence of sexual paraphernalia.