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Introduced
10/04/2019
10/04/2019
In Committee
10/28/2019
10/28/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend the PROTECT Act to expand the national AMBER Alert system to territories of the United States, and for other purposes. 1
AI Summary
This bill, the AMBER Alert Nationwide Act of 2019, aims to expand the national AMBER Alert system to the territories of the United States. It amends the PROTECT Act to improve cooperation between the Department of Homeland Security and the AMBER Alert system, expand AMBER Alerts along major transportation routes, and ensure AMBER Alert communication plans are in place in the territories. The bill also requires a Government Accountability Office report to assess the implementation of these changes and the readiness of territorial law enforcement agencies in responding to cases involving missing, abducted, or exploited children.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Justice, Military Affairs and Security, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 10/28/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/4614/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr4614/BILLS-116hr4614ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr4614/BILLS-116hr4614ih.pdf.pdf |
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