SB5822 establishes a missing persons alert system in Washington, including Amber, Silver, and Missing Indigenous Person alerts.

SB5822 mandates the Washington State Patrol to create a missing children and endangered person clearinghouse, including a toll-free hotline. It outlines specific alerts: Amber for missing children, Silver for endangered persons aged 60 or older, and Missing Indigenous Person alerts for indigenous individuals. The bill requires annual reporting on alert activations, outcomes, and public outreach efforts. It also mandates cooperation between law enforcement, state agencies, and media to enhance recovery efforts.

SB5822 establishes a missing persons alert system in Washington, including Amber, Silver, and Missing Indigenous Person alerts.

SB5822 mandates the Washington State Patrol to create a missing children and endangered person clearinghouse, including a toll-free hotline. It outlines specific alerts: Amber for missing children, Silver for endangered persons aged 60 or older, and Missing Indigenous Person alerts for indigenous individuals. The bill requires annual reporting on alert activations, outcomes, and public outreach efforts. It also mandates cooperation between law enforcement, state agencies, and media to enhance recovery efforts.