HHS launches autistic missing persons alert initiative
The initiative sets a national framework for first responders and cites 98 autism-related wandering deaths in 2025, officials said.
- The Department of Health and Human Services launched a National Autism Missing and Endangered Person Alert initiative to help locate missing autistic children and adults more rapidly and effectively by improving coordination and response.
- HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. emphasized the need for immediate, informed action when autistic individuals go missing, including knowledge of communication methods and high-risk areas like nearby bodies of water.
- The initiative includes federal guidance for authorities on using a federal alert system, encouraging immediate 911 reporting, and tailored procedures for first responders to enhance search efforts.
- Alongside the alert system, programs such as an Applied Behavior Analysis toolkit and improved healthcare training have been initiated to support autistic individuals.
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In Rochester, HHS Secretary Kennedy announces national safety initiative for autistic kids, adults
Federal officials made the announcement in Rochester after learning about local law enforcement's success in responding to missing persons cases involving adults and children with autism.
HHS launches initiative to improve response to missing autistic individuals
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HHS launches autistic missing persons alert initiative
The Department of Health and Human Services announced on Friday a new federal initiative to improve preparedness and response when autistic individuals are reported missing. The agency will partner with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to strengthen coordination among emergency management agencies, law enforcement, first responders, and community partners nationwide.
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