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Easier Search for Missing Persons: Improved Database Collaboration

This law aims to improve the search for missing and unidentified persons by increasing accessibility to the national NamUs system and facilitating data sharing with the FBI database. This will make information about missing persons more quickly available to authorities and families, potentially speeding up case resolutions and providing support to loved ones.
Key points
Strengthening NamUs: It will serve as a national information clearinghouse and resource center for missing, unidentified, and unclaimed person cases across the U.S., offering free forensic services and investigative support.
Improved Data Sharing: Information on missing persons will be automatically transmitted from the FBI's NCIC database to NamUs, accelerating identification processes.
Support for Families: The law provides assistance and training for families of missing persons, including organizing Missing Person Day events.
Mandatory Reporting: Requires reporting missing children cases to NamUs, increasing the chances of finding them.
Guidelines for Authorities: Reports on best practices for law enforcement and forensic medicine service providers will be issued for collecting and analyzing data on missing persons.
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Print number: 117_HR_9491
Sponsor: Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5]
Process start date: 2022-12-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Billy’s Law

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9491.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Strengthening NamUs: It will serve as a national information clearinghouse and resource center for missing, unidentified, and unclaimed person cases across the U.S., offering free forensic services and investigative support.
  • Improved Data Sharing: Information on missing persons will be automatically transmitted from the FBI's NCIC database to NamUs, accelerating identification processes.
  • Support for Families: The law provides assistance and training for families of missing persons, including organizing Missing Person Day events.
  • Mandatory Reporting: Requires reporting missing children cases to NamUs, increasing the chances of finding them.
  • Guidelines for Authorities: Reports on best practices for law enforcement and forensic medicine service providers will be issued for collecting and analyzing data on missing persons.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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