Bill 119 s 390, also known as the "Not Invisible Act of 2021," is a piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous people in the United States. The bill specifically focuses on requiring Federal law enforcement agencies to report on cases of missing or murdered Indigenous individuals.
The bill mandates that the Department of Justice, in consultation with tribal governments, develop guidelines for Federal, State, tribal, and local law enforcement agencies to use when responding to cases of missing or murdered Indigenous people. These guidelines are intended to improve coordination and communication between agencies and ensure that cases are properly investigated and resolved.
Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Justice to submit an annual report to Congress on the number of missing and murdered Indigenous individuals in the United States, as well as the efforts being made to address these cases. This report will help to raise awareness of the issue and track progress in addressing it.
Overall, Bill 119 s 390 is a step towards addressing the alarming rates of missing and murdered Indigenous people in the United States. By requiring Federal law enforcement agencies to report on these cases and develop guidelines for responding to them, the bill aims to improve the outcomes for Indigenous individuals who have gone missing or been murdered.
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