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NY S00143
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Anthony Palumbo
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AI Summary
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Creates "Gabby's Law" establishing a statewide "teal alert" system for missing adults between ages 18 and 65 who have been missing for less than 72 hours
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Requires local law enforcement to notify the Division of Criminal Justice Services when an adult is missing under circumstances indicating imminent danger of bodily injury, death, or involuntary disappearance such as abduction
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Directs the Division to coordinate with the Department of Transportation, broadcasters, the NY Lottery, and the Independent Bankers Association of NY to disseminate alerts through dynamic message signs and media outlets
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Mandates the Division Commissioner serve as statewide coordinator, adopting rules for verifying missing persons, activating alerts, and prescribing forms for law enforcement agencies
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Requires a report to the Governor and legislative leaders within one year on implementation, including any recommendations for legislation
Legislative Description
Establishes a coordinated law enforcement adult rescue "teal alert" for missing adults; provides that local law enforcement agencies notify the division of criminal justice services about missing adults; provides that such division shall issue an alert about such missing adult.
Last Action
RECOMMIT, ENACTING CLAUSE STRICKEN
5/21/2025