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MO HB635

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/19/2015

Primary Sponsor

Eric Burlison

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates "Hailey's Law" (Section 210.1016) requiring integration of the Amber Alert system into the Missouri Uniform Law Enforcement System (MULES) to expedite reporting of child abductions

  • Requires the Amber Alert System Oversight Committee to meet at least annually to discuss potential improvements to the system

  • Expands eligible membership on the 10-member oversight committee to include representatives from the outdoor advertising industry, Missouri Broadcasters Association, or the public at large (limited to one member each from these categories)

  • Committee members serve four-year terms without compensation but receive reimbursement for actual and necessary expenses

  • Directs the committee to expand the Amber Alert system to cover homeland security threats, criminal acts, health emergencies, and other imminent dangers to public health and welfare

Legislative Description

Changes the laws regarding the Amber Alert System and establishes Hailey's Law

Last Action

Placed on Informal Calendar

5/6/2015

Committee Referrals

Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety4/2/2015
Select Committee on State and Local Governments2/24/2015
Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness2/4/2015

Full Bill Text

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