HB 359: Regards emergency Joshua Alert system for certain missing kids

<ol> <li>The bill amends section 5502.522 of the revised code to create a statewide emergency alert program for missing individuals with mental impairments, autism spectrum disorder, or other developmental disabilities.</li> <li>The program aims to aid in identifying and locating these individuals who are at risk of immediate danger due to their inability to return home without assistance.</li> <li>Participating entities include the governor's office, department of public safety, attorney general, law enforcement agencies, and broadcasters.</li> <li>An alert can be issued if a local investigating law enforcement agency confirms an individual is missing and meets specific criteria, such as being under 18 with autism or another developmental disability.</li> <li>The bill specifies that alerts for minors under 18 with disabilities must be activated immediately upon verification of the info…