An Act relative to missing Black women and girls in Massachusetts

This bill creates a new executive office dedicated to addressing the disproportionate harm faced by missing and murdered Black women and girls in Massachusetts. The office would be led by a director appointed with input from the Black community and tasked with collecting specific data on cases, Amber Alerts, and connections to trafficking or domestic violence. Additionally, the legislation establishes a permanent advisory committee and an Ebony Alert notification system to coordinate responses to missing persons cases involving Black women and girls. These measures aim to improve case management, track outcomes, and develop recommendations for legislative and community actions to prevent future harm.