The resolution establishes the Crime Clearance Data Task Force in Alabama to address significant gaps in crime data, particularly focusing on crime clearance rates, which are crucial for understanding the likelihood of solving crimes and delivering justice to victims. The resolution highlights the alarming decline in clearance rates over the past fifty years, with murder cases now being solved only about half the time and property crimes even less frequently. It emphasizes that low clearance rates can embolden criminals and hinder effective crime deterrence. Additionally, the resolution notes that many local law enforcement agencies did not report crime data in 2022, largely due to resource constraints, which further complicates the ability to analyze and improve crime clearance rates.

The task force will consist of a diverse group of members appointed by various state leaders and organizations, including law enforcement officials, legislators, and representatives from judicial and municipal associations. Its primary responsibilities will include studying crime clearance rates, reviewing existing policies and data reporting practices, and making legislative recommendations to improve data collection and crime resolution efforts. The task force is required to meet by May 1, 2026, and will submit a report of its findings and recommendations to the Legislature by November 1, 2026, after which it will be dissolved.