Enhanced Alerts for Missing Loved Ones with Disabilities Act of 2026
Key claim: The Enhanced Alerts for Missing Loved Ones with Disabilities Act of 2026 (HR9118) would strengthen alert systems used to locate missing persons who have disabilities.
Abstract
(HR9118 · 119th Congress) Latest action (2026-06-03): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Why this matters
Missing-person alert systems (such as AMBER and Silver Alerts) have historically had uneven coverage for people with cognitive, developmental, or other disabilities who may wander or be unable to self-identify. A dedicated enhancement to alert protocols could meaningfully expand the practical safety net for disabled individuals and their families, while raising design questions about criteria, privacy, and interoperability with existing state systems. As introduced legislation, its status is preliminary and its ultimate scope remains contested.