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AB 2018: Missing persons: DNA testing.
What AB 2018 does, verified July 18, 2026
The bill aims to expand the use of DNA testing in missing persons cases. It would require the use of the DNA database for all unidentified persons, whether living or deceased, and delete provisions related to reporting high-risk missing persons. The bill also authorizes the retention of DNA extracted from living individuals if the identified human remains are incomplete, with the expectation that additional remains may be found in the future. This would enable more cases to be solved and bring closure to families.
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Last action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 93, Statutes of 2026. (2026-07-16)Alert me
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| Jul. 16, 2026 | Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 93, Statutes of 2026. |
| Jul. 16, 2026 | Approved by the Governor. |
| Jul. 15, 2026 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 11:15 a.m. |
| Jul. 02, 2026 | In Assembly. Ordered to Engrossing and Enrolling. |
| Jul. 02, 2026 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Assembly. (Ayes 37. Noes 0.). |