The bill amends the existing law regarding the broadcast of information related to child abductions and missing children. It updates the title to reflect that the act now covers both child abductions and missing children. Additionally, it allows radio and television stations to broadcast information received from the Department of State Police under the Michigan Amber Alert Act in various formats, including social media, to aid in locating the child or apprehending a suspect.

Furthermore, the bill provides immunity from liability to radio and television stations that accurately broadcast such information, ensuring that they are protected when disseminating critical alerts. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of House Bill No. 4518 of the 103rd Legislature, and it is designed to take immediate effect upon approval.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 28.761
As Passed by the House: 28.761
As Passed by the Senate: 28.761
House Concurred Bill: 28.761
Public Act: 28.761
House Enrolled Bill: 28.761