The bill amends the "Mozelle senior or vulnerable adult medical alert act" by updating the definitions and terminology used within the legislation. It introduces new definitions, including "armed forces," which encompasses all branches of the United States Armed Forces and their reserve components. Additionally, it clarifies the term "missing senior or vulnerable adult" to include individuals who are at least 60 years old and unable to return home without assistance, as well as those defined as vulnerable adults under Michigan law. The bill also adds a new category for "missing veteran at risk," which refers to active-duty members or veterans of the armed forces or Michigan National Guard who are reported missing and have a physical or mental health condition.

Furthermore, the bill modifies existing definitions by changing the terminology from "his or her" to "the individual's" and from "person" to "individual" to promote gender-neutral language. It also expands the definition of a "person familiar with the missing senior or vulnerable adult" to include a broader range of individuals who may have relevant information about the missing person, such as guardians, custodians, or those providing home health aid services. These changes aim to enhance the clarity and effectiveness of the act in addressing the needs of missing seniors, vulnerable adults, and veterans at risk.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 28.712
As Passed by the House: 28.712