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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT Amending section 41-1728.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; Amending title 41, chapter 12, article 2, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 41-1738; relating to public safety.
AI Summary
This bill aims to strengthen the Turquoise Alert system, a quick response system for issuing alerts about missing persons, by mandating immediate activation without delays from administrative processes or unrelated discretionary assessments, and requiring comprehensive, regular training for all law enforcement personnel involved in missing person cases, including dispatchers and supervisors, to ensure a solid understanding of the legal criteria and procedures for issuing timely alerts. Additionally, it mandates that all federal, state, tribal, county, and municipal law enforcement agencies collaborate to synchronize their training and alert systems, such as Amber Alerts, Turquoise Alerts, and "Seek and Find" alerts, across the state.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Senate read second time (on 02/09/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85440 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/sb1781p.htm |
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