Senate Bill 466 proposes an amendment to the current law regarding the issuance of Missing Child Alerts in Wisconsin. The bill seeks to change the age threshold for issuing such alerts from under 10 years old to under 12 years old. This adjustment means that a Missing Child Alert can be issued for minors under 12 who are missing and believed to be incapable of returning home without assistance due to a physical or mental condition or disability, as well as those under 18 whose location is unknown and do not qualify for other alert systems.

The bill aims to enhance the effectiveness of the Missing Child Alert system by broadening the age range of minors who can be included in these alerts, thereby potentially increasing the chances of locating missing children who may be at risk. The proposed change reflects a recognition of the vulnerabilities faced by children aged 10 to 12 and aims to ensure that more children receive the necessary attention and resources when they go missing.

Statutes affected:
Text as Enrolled: 175.51(1m)(a)2, 175.51
Bill Text: 175.51(1m)(a)2, 175.51