SB1782

Runaways; alert systems

Introduced·2/5/26
Introduced Text

Arizona SB1782 establishes alert systems for missing, abducted, and runaway children, including turquoise alerts for children with developmental or.

Arizona SB1782 amends state statutes to enhance alert systems for missing, abducted, and runaway children. The bill mandates the establishment of a turquoise alert system for children with developmental or cognitive disabilities, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or those aged 65 and older. It also requires the creation of an amber alert system for runaway children under 18. The Department of Child Safety must issue these alerts if specific criteria are met, such as the child being in danger or the circumstances being suspicious.

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History

Feb 9

Senate

Senate read second time

Feb 5

Senate

Introduced in Senate and read first time

Feb 5

Senate

Assigned to Senate PS Committee