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Billy's Law: Enhanced Search for Missing and Unidentified Persons

This law aims to improve the search for missing persons and the identification of unidentified remains. It provides better funding and access to the national NamUs system, facilitates data sharing between databases, and offers grants to agencies for faster reporting of such cases. As a result, citizens can expect more efficient actions in cases of missing loved ones and a greater chance of their discovery or identification.
Key points
Increased financial support for the NamUs system, which assists in missing and unidentified person cases, meaning more resources for searches.
Facilitated data sharing between NamUs and FBI systems, accelerating identification and search processes.
Grants for local agencies to encourage faster and more accurate reporting of information on missing and unidentified persons.
Requirement to report missing children cases to NamUs, increasing their chances of being found.
Establishment of clear rules for data collection and sharing, including DNA, fingerprints, and photos, improving the quality of information in databases.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5029
Sponsor: Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]
Process start date: 2022-09-29
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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_S_5029.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased financial support for the NamUs system, which assists in missing and unidentified person cases, meaning more resources for searches.
  • Facilitated data sharing between NamUs and FBI systems, accelerating identification and search processes.
  • Grants for local agencies to encourage faster and more accurate reporting of information on missing and unidentified persons.
  • Requirement to report missing children cases to NamUs, increasing their chances of being found.
  • Establishment of clear rules for data collection and sharing, including DNA, fingerprints, and photos, improving the quality of information in databases.
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 Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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