Missouri bills · 2026 Regular Session
Missouri SB 1409
Creates the "Purple Alert System" within the Department of Public Safety
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Jamie Burger (Republican)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Missouri legislature· abstract
SB 1409 - This act establishes the "Purple Alert System" within the Department of Public Safety to aid in the identification and location of missing persons with developmental disabilities whose disappearance poses a credible threat of immediate danger or serious bodily harm to themselves. Before July 1, 2027, the Department shall, in cooperation with other state agencies and local law enforcement agencies, develop a training program and alert system that is compatible with existing alert systems in the state, including training for law enforcement officers to understand developmental disabilities and to respond effectively to a reported missing person emergency when the person has a developmental disability.
This act is substantially similar to a provision in the truly agreed to and finally passed SS#2/SCS/HCS/HB 1840 (2026).
SARAH HASKINS
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Dec 4, 2025 · Senate
Prefiled - Jan 7, 2026 · Senate
S First Read - Jan 27, 2026 · Senate
Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee - Mar 30, 2026 · Senate
Hearing Conducted S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee - Apr 8, 2026 · Senate
Voted Do Pass S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee