The Missing Persons Reporting and Identification Act; create to require input of missing persons in NAMUS.
HB 967 requires all Mississippi local law enforcement agencies to accept missing person reports in person without refusal for specific reasons (like the person being an adult, no apparent foul play, or short disappearance time). It mandates agencies to collect detailed information about the missing person - including photos, medical details, clothing, and transportation - within the initial report. If a person remains missing after five days (but no later than fifteen), agencies must input their details into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NAMUS). The bill also creates procedures for handling "high-risk" cases, requiring immediate notification to nearby agencies to aid in locating those at potential risk.
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died
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Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 16, 2026
Last action Feb 3, 2026
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Jan 16, 2026
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Referred To Judiciary A
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Fred Shanks
RRepublican
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