Green Alert System Goes Into Effect to Help Missing Indiana Veterans – Indianapolis News | Indiana Weather | Indiana Traffic

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – On Monday, a law passed during the 2024 legislative session to help Indiana’s veterans goes into effect across the state.

Housing Enrolled Act 1021, which issues a green alert, similar to the yellow and silver alerts in Indiana, notifying law enforcement and the public that a missing person is an at-risk veteran.

According to the Indiana Green Alert, the missing person must be missing due to a physical or mental illness related to the veteran’s military service.

In addition, all requests must be accompanied by recommendations and veteran status must be verified by a law enforcement agency within their jurisdiction.

Indiana Democratic Rep. Mitch Gore, author of HEA 1021, says implementing this alert system creates a sense of urgency and allows the public and law enforcement to be fully informed.

“Our veterans risk their lives defending American freedom and democracy, and they deserve the best services available to ensure their safety when they return. The Green Alert system will save lives,” Gore said.

For more information, visit in.gov.com.