Enact the Finding and Identifying with NamUs Data (FIND) Act
What changed between versions
Added new definitions for 'high-risk missing child' and 'high-risk missing person' based on factors like confirmed abduction, dangerous circumstances, or medical needs.
Mandated that law enforcement enter missing person data into the national NamUs system if the person is not located within 30 days, applying to both children and adults.
Required law enforcement to retain all missing person reports in electronic format and submit them to the state bureau for a new digital database.
Established new procedures for obtaining dental records from dentists with consent to compare against unidentified deceased persons.
Reduced the deadline for entering information about missing adults (21+) into national systems from 30 days to 7 days if foul play is suspected, or 48 hours if foul play is discovered later.
Created a rebuttable presumption that a 'high-risk' missing person is involved in criminal activity, allowing law enforcement to seek search warrants more easily.
Added provisions ensuring law enforcement employees assisting in missing person cases across county lines receive the same indemnity and benefits as if working within their home jurisdiction.
Expanded the list of cosponsors and renamed the bill to 'Andy Chapman's Act' to honor a specific individual.