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The 194th General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Bill S.1755 194th (Current)

An Act relative to Massachusetts policy and procedures for missing and abducted children

By Mr. Payano, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1755) of Pavel M. Payano for legislation relative to Massachusetts policy and procedures for missing and abducted children. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

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Bill Information

Presenter:
Pavel M. Payano
Status:
Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
This bill requires the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS) to develop a Massachusetts Policy and Procedures for Missing and Abducted Children Investigations, setting minimum standards for law enforcement agencies. Based on best practices, including guidelines from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, it will cover cases involving children under 10 and 17 years old and individuals with mental or physical limitations. The Municipal Police Training Committee will implement a mandatory two-hour training for veteran officers in 2026 and integrate it into police academy curricula, with local departments conducting training at least once every three years. EOPSS will also update internal policies and the Missing Child Clearinghouse intake form, making it available in multiple languages. Law enforcement agencies must adopt these policies by January 15, 2027, ensuring a standardized approach to missing child investigations statewide.
* The bill summary was created by the Primary Sponsor of the bill; no committee of the General Court certifies the accuracy of its contents.

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