The resolution establishes a task force in New Jersey focused on addressing the issue of missing women and girls who are Black, Indigenous, or people of color (BIPOC). This task force will consist of 15 members, including various state officials and appointees from legislative leaders and the Governor, ensuring representation from communities affected by this crisis. The task force's primary responsibilities include developing culturally competent policy recommendations for first responders, creating educational materials for BIPOC communities, collecting and analyzing data on missing and murdered BIPOC individuals, identifying locations that may facilitate abductions, and launching a statewide public awareness campaign.
The task force is expected to organize within 60 days of its establishment and will report its findings and recommendations to the Governor and Legislature within 18 months. The resolution highlights the urgent need to address systemic issues that contribute to the underreporting and lack of attention given to cases involving missing BIPOC women and girls, as well as the broader societal inequities they face. The task force will operate without compensation for its members, who will be reimbursed for necessary expenses incurred while performing their duties.