H 2671
An Act relative to Massachusetts policy and procedures for missing and abducted children
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Bill overview
This bill aims to standardize policies and procedures for investigating missing and abducted children in Massachusetts. It seeks to improve coordination between law enforcement agencies, foster care systems, and other relevant organizations. The goal is to enhance the effectiveness of searches and investigations, ultimately increasing the safety and well-being of missing children. The bill intends to create a more consistent and efficient approach to these critical cases.
Key provisions
- Establishment of a statewide task force to review and recommend best practices.
- Development of standardized protocols for reporting and investigating missing children cases.
- Improved communication and data sharing between law enforcement and child protective services.
- Requirements for training and certification of personnel involved in missing child investigations.
- Guidance on utilizing technology and data analytics in search efforts.
- Provisions for collaboration with national and international organizations.
- Mandates for timely notification of families and updates on investigations.
- Creation of a public awareness campaign to educate the community about missing children.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement agencies
- Child protective services
- Foster care system
- Families of missing children
- First responders
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Primary sponsor
Frank A. Moran
Cosponsors
Frank A. Moran
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Bill H.2671 194th (Current)
An Act relative to Massachusetts policy and procedures for missing and abducted children
By Representatives Moran of Lawrence and Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2671) of Frank A. Moran and Manny Cruz relative to missing and abducted children investigations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Presenters: Frank A. Moran , Manny Cruz Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2671
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 7/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 07/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual |
| 10/30/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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