What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 5230.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-08.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/plaws/publ327/PLAW-117publ327.htm

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2022/roll526.xml

Is this summary verified?

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Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-327.

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 5230

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Enhanced Missing Persons Search: Improved Data Sharing and NamUs Access.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Increased NamUs Accessibility: The NamUs system will become more accessible and function as a central information clearinghouse, offering free forensic services and support for families. Improved Data Sharing: Information on missing persons will be automatically and more quickly transmitted between the FBI's NCIC database and the NamUs system, speeding up identification processes. Support for Families and Agencies: The act provides for training for law enforcement, assistance in organizing events for families of the missing, and the development of new technologies to aid searches.

The new law, known as "Billy's Law," aims to facilitate finding missing persons by improving the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs). Citizens can expect faster and more effective actions in cases of missing loved ones, thanks to better access to information and coordination between various databases.

Key points

Increased NamUs Accessibility: The NamUs system will become more accessible and function as a central information clearinghouse, offering free forensic services and support for families.

Improved Data Sharing: Information on missing persons will be automatically and more quickly transmitted between the FBI's NCIC database and the NamUs system, speeding up identification processes.

Support for Families and Agencies: The act provides for training for law enforcement, assistance in organizing events for families of the missing, and the development of new technologies to aid searches.

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VOTING RESULTS

2022-12-15

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Against 4

Abstain 0

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Additional Information

Billy's Law

Print number: S 5230

Sponsor: Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]

Process start date: 2022-12-08

Voting date: 2022-12-15

Meeting no: 2

Voting no: 526

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