All Missing persons Legislation - Federal Government
S.3579 - A bill to encourage, enhance, and integrate Silver Alert plans throughout the United States, to authorize grants for the assistance of organizations to find missing adults, and for other purposes.
Latest Action: 09/25/2008 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Bill Text A bill to encourage, enhance, and integrate Silver Alert plans throughout the United States, to authorize grants for the assistance of organizations to find missing adults, and for other purposes. 9/25/2008--Introduced. National Silver Alert Act - Directs the Attorney General to: (1) establish a national Silver Alert communications network within the Department of Justice (DOJ) to assist regional and local search efforts for missing seniors; (2) assign a DOJ officer to serve as the Silver Alert Coordinator to coordinate the network with states; and (3) award grants to states for support of Silver Alert plans and the network. Defines "missing senior" as any individual who is reported as missing to or by a law enforcement agency and who meets state requirements for designation as a missing senior. Directs the Coordinator to: (1) establish minimum standards for the issuance and dissemination of alerts issued through the network; and (2) make available to states,[...] show full description Comment on Bill H.R.6503 - To amend the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 to reauthorize the Missing Alzheimer's Disease Patient Alert Program.
Latest Action: 09/22/2008 - Received in the Senate. Bill Text To amend the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 to reauthorize the Missing Alzheimer's Disease Patient Alert Program. 9/17/2008--Passed House without amendment. (There are 2 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Missing Alzheimer's Disease Patient Alert Program Reauthorization of 2008 - Amends the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 to reauthorize the Missing Alzheimer's Disease Patient Alert Program through FY2015 and to revise program requirements to: (1) provide for competitive grants to nonprofit organizations to assist in locating missing patients with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias; (2) expand such program to include locating other missing elderly individuals; (3) require the Attorney General to solicit grants for program applications in the Federal Register and on the Department of Justice (DOJ) website;[...] show full description S.3204 - A bill to amend title 46, United States Code, to establish requirements to ensure the security and safety of passengers and crew on cruise vessels, and for other purposes.
Latest Action: 06/26/2008 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Bill Text A bill to amend title 46, United States Code, to establish requirements to ensure the security and safety of passengers and crew on cruise vessels, and for other purposes. 6/26/2008--Introduced. Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act of 2008 - Amends federal vessel law to set forth cruise vessel security and safety requirements concerning: (1) vessel design and construction; (2) crew access to passenger staterooms; (3) log book entry and reporting of deaths, missing individuals, and alleged crimes; (4) database of crewmembers terminated due to commission of a crime; (5) maintenance of rape kits on board; (6) crime scene investigation training and certification for vessel crewmembers; (7) video surveillance to monitor crime; and (8) posting of certain safety information. Sets forth penalties for violations of this Act. Amends the Ports and Waterways Safety Act to revise the authority of the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating (Secretary) [...] show full description H.R.6408 - To amend title 46, United States Code, to establish requirements to ensure the security and safety of passengers and crew on cruise vessels, and for other purposes.
Latest Action: 06/27/2008 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation. Bill Text To amend title 46, United States Code, to establish requirements to ensure the security and safety of passengers and crew on cruise vessels, and for other purposes. 6/26/2008--Introduced. Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act of 2008 - Amends federal vessel law to set forth cruise vessel security and safety requirements concerning: (1) vessel design and construction; (2) crew access to passenger staterooms; (3) log book entry and reporting of deaths, missing individuals, and alleged crimes; (4) database of crewmembers terminated due to commission of a crime; (5) maintenance of rape kits on board; (6) crime scene investigation training and certification for vessel crewmembers; (7) video surveillance to monitor crime; and (8) posting of certain safety information. Sets forth penalties for violations of this Act. Amends the Ports and Waterways Safety Act to revise the authority of the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating (Secretary) [...] show full description H.R.6064 - To encourage, enhance, and integrate Silver Alert plans throughout the United States, to authorize grants for the assistance of organizations to find missing adults, and for other purposes.
Latest Action: 10/02/2008 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Bill Text To encourage, enhance, and integrate Silver Alert plans throughout the United States, to authorize grants for the assistance of organizations to find missing adults, and for other purposes. 9/17/2008--Passed House amended. (There are 2 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the House on September 8, 2008. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Title I: Silver Alert Communications Network - National Silver Alert Act - (Sec. 102) Defines "missing senior" as any individual who is reported to, or identified by, a law enforcement agency as a missing person and who meets state requirements for designation as a missing senior.(Sec. 103) Directs the Attorney General to establish a national Silver Alert Communications Network within the Department of Justice (DOJ) to assist regional and local search efforts for missing seniors.(Sec. 104) Directs the Attorney General to [...] show full description H.R.5981 - To reauthorize certain DNA-related grant programs under the Justice For All Act of 2004, and for other purposes.
Latest Action: 06/03/2008 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. Bill Text To reauthorize certain DNA-related grant programs under the Justice For All Act of 2004, and for other purposes. 5/6/2008--Introduced. DNA Expansion and Improvement Act of 2008 - Directs the Attorney General to make grants to states and local governments to purchase or improve forensic DNA technology. Amends the DNA Analysis Backlog Elimination Act of 2000 to: (1) require grants under the DNA identification program to pay the salaries of employees of DNA criminal laboratories; (2) require grant applications under such program to provide assurances that states and local governments will implement a process for the collection of DNA samples from convicted felons in their prisons; (3) increase and extend through FY2014 the authorization of appropriations for the DNA identification program; and (4) require the Attorney General to give priority to grant applications that will use funds for crime laboratories with demonstrated training and personnel needs.Amends the [...] show full description H.R.5898 - To authorize a grant program to help establish and improve State-administered notification systems to help locate missing individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia-related illnesses, and for other purposes.
Latest Action: 07/15/2008 - Subcommittee Hearings Held. Bill Text To authorize a grant program to help establish and improve State-administered notification systems to help locate missing individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia-related illnesses, and for other purposes. 4/24/2008--Introduced. Silver Alert Grant Program Act of 2008 - Authorizes the Attorney General to award grants to states to implement or improve a Silver Alert system. Defines "Silver Alert system" to mean a state-administered notification system to help locate missing individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia-related illnesses.Requires the Attorney General to report to Congress on Silver Alert systems, including: (1) a list of states that have established such systems; (2) information on each state's system; (3) actions states have taken to protect the privacy and dignity of the individuals for whom Silver Alerts are issued; and (4) ways that states have facilitated and improved communication about missing individuals between [...] show full description H.R.5507 - To require the safe, complete, and fully-funded redeployment of United States Armed Forces and contractor security forces from Iraq and to prohibit the establishment of any enduring or permanent United States military bases in Iraq, and for other purposes.
Latest Action: 02/27/2008 - Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee Bill Text To require the safe, complete, and fully-funded redeployment of United States Armed Forces and contractor security forces from Iraq and to prohibit the establishment of any enduring or permanent United States military bases in Iraq, and for other purposes. 2/27/2008--Introduced. Fully-Funded United States Military Redeployment and Sovereignty of Iraq Restoration Act of 2008 - States that it is the policy of the United States to: (1) commence the safe and orderly redeployment of U.S. troops and military contractors from Iraq; (2) pursue security and stability in Iraq through diplomacy; (3) help preserve the territorial integrity of Iraq and establish a democratic central government there; (4) account for missing U.S. personnel and citizens in Iraq; and (5) turn over all internal security activities and military operations in Iraq to its elected government within one year after the enactment of this Act. Repeals the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq [...] show full description H.R.5057 - To reauthorize the Debbie Smith DNA Backlog Grant Program, and for other purposes.
Latest Action: 10/08/2008 - Signed by President. Bill Text To reauthorize the Debbie Smith DNA Backlog Grant Program, and for other purposes. 10/8/2008--Public Law. (There are 3 other summaries)
(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the Senate on September 25, 2008. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Debbie Smith Reauthorization Act of 2008 - Amends the DNA Analysis Backlog Elimination Act of 2000 to authorize appropriations for DNA analysis grant programs under such Act through FY2014. Amends the DNA Sexual Assault Justice Act of 2004 to reauthorize through FY2014 grant programs for: (1) DNA training and education for law enforcement and corrections personnel and court officers; and (2) the sexual assault forensic exam program. H.R.2830 - To authorize appropriations for the Coast Guard for fiscal year 2008, to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act and title 18, United States Code, to combat the crime of alien smuggling and related activities, and for other purposes.
Latest Action: 04/28/2008 - Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 721. Bill Text To authorize appropriations for the Coast Guard for fiscal year 2008, to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act and title 18, United States Code, to combat the crime of alien smuggling and related activities, and for other purposes. 4/24/2008--Passed House amended. (There are 4 other summaries) Division A: Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2008 - Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2008 - Title I: Authorization - (Sec. 101) Authorizes appropriations for FY2008 for the Coast Guard for: (1) Coast Guard operation and maintenance, with a portion to be derived from the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund for certain purposes under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA purposes); (2) acquisition, construction, rebuilding, and improvement of aids to navigation, shore and offshore facilities, vessels, and aircraft, including related equipment (designating an amount for the Integrated Deepwater System Program and a Fund amount for OPA purposes); (3) Coast [...] show full description S.RES.178 - A resolution expressing the sympathy of the Senate to the families of women and girls murdered in Guatemala, and encouraging the United States to work with Guatemala to bring an end to these crimes.
Latest Action: 03/10/2008 - Resolution agreed to in Senate with amendments and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR 3/11/2008 S1890-1891) Bill Text A resolution expressing the sympathy of the Senate to the families of women and girls murdered in Guatemala, and encouraging the United States to work with Guatemala to bring an end to these crimes. 3/10/2008--Passed Senate amended. (There is 1 other summary) Expresses condolences to the families of women and girls murdered in Guatemala and recognizes the families' courage in seeking justice. Expresses the solidarity of the people of the United States with the people of Guatemala in the face of these tragic acts. Condemns the ongoing abductions and murders of women and girls in Guatemala. Urges the government of Guatemala to: (1) strengthen laws with respect to domestic violence and sexual harassment, improve the integrity of the prosecutorial and judicial systems, and provide the resources to enforce justice for crimes against women; and (2) hold accountable law enforcement and judicial officials who have failed to investigate [...] show full description H.RES.340 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives of the importance of providing a voice for the many victims (and families of victims) involved in missing persons cases and unidentified human remains cases.
Latest Action: 09/24/2007 - Mr. Scott (VA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. Bill Text Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives of the importance of providing a voice for the many victims (and families of victims) involved in missing persons cases and unidentified human remains cases. 9/24/2007--Passed House without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Expresses the commitment of the House of Representatives to giving victims involved in missing persons and unidentified human remains cases a voice. Calls for: (1) continuing federal funding for DNA testing and the Combined DNA Index System; (2) greater cooperation between law enforcement agencies; (3) more comprehensive training and education for law enforcement agencies involved in missing person and unidentified human remains cases; (4) providing medical examiners and coroners with greater access to federal databases to compare evidence; and (5) [...] show full description H.RES.303 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a day ought to be established to bring awareness to the issue of missing persons.
Latest Action: 09/24/2007 - DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 303. Bill Text Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a day ought to be established to bring awareness to the issue of missing persons. 9/24/2007--Passed House without amendment. (There is 1 other summary)
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that a day ought to be established to bring awareness to the issue of missing persons. S.RES.112 - A resolution designating April 6, 2007, as "National Missing Persons Day".
Latest Action: 04/17/2007 - Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4621-4622; text as passed Senate: CR S4622) Bill Text A resolution designating April 6, 2007, as "National Missing Persons Day". 4/17/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There are 2 other summaries)
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Designates April 6, 2007, as National Missing Persons Day. H.R.502 - To amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize assistance to improve security and promote economic development in Mexico.
Latest Action: 01/17/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Bill Text To amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize assistance to improve security and promote economic development in Mexico. 1/17/2007--Introduced.
Prosperous and Secure Neighbor Alliance Act of 2007 - States that it is U.S. policy to increase U.S. foreign assistance to improve security and promote economic development in Mexico, both of which are crucial to combat illicit drugs and drug-related violence and other criminal activities in Mexico and the United States. Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to direct the President to provide assistance to improve security and promote economic development in Mexico by: (1) professionalizing Mexican law enforcement personnel; (2) providing technology to assist Mexican law enforcement personnel; (3) strengthening the Mexican judicial branch; (4) supporting anti-corruption programs in Mexico; and (5) reducing poverty through targeted funding to enhance social development in Mexico. H.R.423 - To authorize the Attorney General to provide grants for organizations to find missing adults.
Latest Action: 07/15/2008 - Subcommittee Hearings Held. Bill Text To authorize the Attorney General to provide grants for organizations to find missing adults. 1/11/2007--Introduced. Kristen's Act Reauthorization of 2007- Directs the Attorney General, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Justice Assistance, to make grants to public agencies and/or nonprofit private organizations to: (1) maintain a national resource center and information clearinghouse for missing and unidentified adults; (2) maintain a national, interconnected database for tracking missing adults who are determined by law enforcement to be endangered due to age, diminished mental capacity, or the circumstances of disappearance, when foul play is suspected or circumstances are unknown; (3) coordinate public and private programs that locate or recover missing adults or reunite missing adults with their families; (4) provide assistance and training to law enforcement agencies, State and local governments, elements of the criminal justice system, nonprofit organizations,[...] show full description H.R.271 - To amend the Missing Children's Assistance Act to extend the applicability of such Act to individuals determined to have a mental capacity of less than 18 years of age.
Latest Action: 05/09/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities. Bill Text To amend the Missing Children's Assistance Act to extend the applicability of such Act to individuals determined to have a mental capacity of less than 18 years of age. 1/5/2007--Introduced.
Audrey Nerenberg Act - Amends the Missing Children's Assistance Act to include within the definition of child under such Act an individual whose mental capacity is less than 18 years of age as determined by an appropriate medical authority. |
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