This bill proposes updates to Arizona Revised Statutes by amending section 41-1728.01 and adding section 41-1738, specifically focusing on the implementation and training related to the Turquoise alert system for missing persons. The bill mandates that the department must activate the emergency alert system and issue a turquoise alert without delay, emphasizing that such alerts cannot be hindered by administrative processes or prior incidents. Additionally, it requires law enforcement agencies to develop and regularly update training criteria for the Turquoise alert system, ensuring that all relevant personnel receive comprehensive training at the time of hire and biannually.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies the definition of "law enforcement agency" by removing the term "Arizona" and adding "or" to include various law enforcement entities. It also establishes a collaborative requirement for all federal, state, tribal, county, and municipal law enforcement agencies to synchronize their training and alert systems, including Amber alerts and Turquoise alerts, to enhance the effectiveness of responses to missing persons cases.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-1728.01, 41-1738