Creates the "Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls Task Force"

HB 1597 creates a Missouri task force focused on violence against African American women and girls. The task force, composed of legislative members, public safety officials, legal advocates, and community representatives, will examine systemic causes of violence, improve data collection on missing/murdered cases, and evaluate policies affecting investigations and victim support. It must submit annual reports to the governor and legislature, with the task force expiring on December 31, 2027 (extendable to 2029). The bill does not enact new laws but mandates a study to inform future policy.