A Democratic bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill creates a national communications network called the Green Alert communications network to help find missing veterans. The Attorney General will set up this network within the Department of Justice and name a national coordinator to run it. The bill encourages states and Tribal governments to create and improve local Green Alert plans. It also sets up voluntary guidelines and minimum standards for issuing alerts while protecting privacy. Finally, the bill authorizes $3,000,000 in appropriations to carry out the program and provide training and resources.
Yes· 3 of 7
- Scored +7
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The legislation directly aids veterans by establishing a dedicated emergency alert network and resources to locate missing former service members.
- Scored +5
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?
The bill provides federal resources, training, and coordination to help locate missing veterans and support their safe return.
- Scored +4
Does this protect people from being watched or searched?
The bill mandates standards specifically protecting the privacy and sensitive medical information of missing veterans.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Assistance for Missing Veterans: Section 3(a) establishes a national communications network to assist regional and local search efforts for missing veterans. This can benefit veterans and their families by improving search coordination.
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Coordination with Existing Systems: Section 3(b) ensures that the Green Alert network operates in coordination with existing systems like the AMBER Alert network. This helps maximize efficiency and prevents the overuse of alert systems.
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Privacy Protections: Section 5(b)(4) requires minimum standards to ensure alerts comply with privacy laws and specifically protect the privacy and sensitive medical information of missing veterans. This protects the personal dignity of veterans.
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Training and Funding Support: Section 6 provides training programs, educational materials, and funding for full-time State Green Alert Coordinators and plan integration. This gives local agencies better tools to find missing individuals.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that outline potential negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The legislation directly aids veterans by establishing a dedicated emergency alert network and resources to locate missing former service members. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Older veterans who may be at higher risk of going missing benefit from targeted search and rescue alert coordination.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this protect people from being watched or searched? — The bill mandates standards specifically protecting the privacy and sensitive medical information of missing veterans. Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires annual reporting to Congress on the effectiveness, costs, and status of state Green Alert plans. Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill creates a national Green Alert coordinator and network within the Department of Justice to encourage state and tribal participation.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The bill provides federal resources, training, and coordination to help locate missing veterans and support their safe return.
- Healthcare
- Does this help veterans get medical care? — The bill establishes a national Green Alert communications network to assist in locating missing veterans, supporting their well-being and health care coordination.
- 11/11/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Yassamin AnsariDemocrat · Arizona