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, the term "missing senior or vulnerable adult" is clarified 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 who are reported missing and have a physical or mental health condition.

Furthermore, the bill revises the definition of a "person familiar with the missing senior or vulnerable adult," expanding it to include guardians, custodians, and individuals providing home health aid services, among others. The language changes aim to enhance clarity and ensure that the definitions encompass a broader range of individuals who may be at risk, thereby improving the effectiveness of the medical alert system for seniors and vulnerable adults in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 28.712