The bill amends the "Mozelle senior or vulnerable adult medical alert act" to enhance the response to reports of missing seniors or vulnerable adults. It introduces new provisions that establish the senior or vulnerable adult medical alert as the official response mechanism, mandates the broadcast of information regarding such incidents, and outlines the powers and duties of state and local governmental officers and entities involved in these cases. Additionally, the bill specifies that law enforcement agencies must forward information about missing individuals to relevant agencies and broadcasters, ensuring a coordinated effort to locate them.

Key changes include the establishment of a missing senior or vulnerable adult medical alert system plan by the Department of State Police, which is designed to disseminate information rapidly through wireless devices. The plan can only be activated after a report is completed and in accordance with the policies set by the Department of State Police. The bill also emphasizes the importance of notifying the public through various media outlets to assist in locating missing individuals, thereby enhancing community awareness and response efforts.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 28.715