HB 4518
Law enforcement: reports; Michigan Amber alert act; modify. Amends title & sec. 3 of 2002 PA 712 (MCL 28.753).
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Bill overview
House Bill 4518 modifies the Michigan Amber Alert Act to expand the circumstances under which an Amber Alert can be issued. Specifically, it requires an Amber Alert to be activated for missing children with special needs who are believed to be in imminent danger, following a preliminary investigation. The bill also defines ‘child with special needs’ and establishes a fund to support the implementation of the Amber Alert plan. This legislation is named the ‘Rowan Act’ in honor of Rowan Sweeney.
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Douglas Wozniak
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