Why 3/5: Clarifies data retention rules for the Marcus alert system, impacting how information is managed for individuals transitioning to adulthood.
This bill clarifies that an individual's information may continue to appear in a voluntary Marcus alert system database after they turn 18, if the database cannot be modified by the locality. This ensures continuity for individuals who previously opted into the system as minors, allowing their mental health crisis response information to persist into adulthood.
Cleared committee
Reported from Courts of Justice (13-Y 0-N)
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Rules suspended
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Constitutional reading dispensed (on 2nd reading) (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
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Passed by for the day (Voice Vote)
Third reading
Read third time
Passed a chamber
Passed Senate (38-Y 0-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB249ER)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB249)
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Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Passed a chamber
Signed by President
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 10, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 95 (effective 7/1/2026)
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Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0095)