An Act relative to Massachusetts policy and procedures for missing and abducted children

This bill requires Massachusetts law enforcement agencies to adopt a statewide guide for investigating missing and abducted children by January 15, 2026. The guide establishes minimum standards for all agencies, including mandatory 2-hour training for veteran officers (every three years) and new recruits at police academies, based on national best practices. It mandates that policies cover all missing children categories (e.g., age groups, disabilities) and requires the missing child reporting form to be available in 11 languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole. The guide must be implemented in all agency training and procedures, with the Executive Office of Public Safety ensuring its comprehensiveness.