The proposed bill establishes the "Linda DaLomba Purple Alert Act," aimed at enhancing the response to cases of missing adults with intellectual disabilities. It recognizes the critical importance of the initial hours following a disappearance and emphasizes the need for a standardized state system to facilitate searches. The act mandates the creation of a voluntary partnership among law enforcement agencies, media outlets, and other relevant entities to issue emergency alerts known as "Purple Alerts." These alerts will be part of the integrated public alert and warning system (IPAWS) and will be triggered when a missing adult's disappearance poses a credible threat of danger or serious bodily harm.

Key provisions of the bill include the definition of a "missing adult with an intellectual disability," which encompasses individuals with various cognitive and physical disabilities, and the establishment of protocols for law enforcement to follow when issuing a Purple Alert. The act also requires the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) to review and train participating agencies annually to ensure effective implementation of the alert system. The bill will take effect upon passage, reflecting a commitment to improving public safety and response efforts for vulnerable populations.