Secretary Kennedy stresses that every minute matters when an autistic child or adult goes missing.
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the development of the first-ever National Autism Missing and Endangered Person Alert initiative in partnership with the Department of Justice and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
The health agency explained, “The initiative will work to strengthen coordination among emergency management agencies, law enforcement, first responders, and community partners nationwide to improve preparedness and response when autistic individuals are reported missing.”
“When an autistic child or adult goes missing, every minute matters,” said Secretary Kennedy. “We are bringing federal, state, and local partners together to improve prevention, speed the response, and help bring autistic children and adults home safely.”
“This effort will help law enforcement and emergency responders act quickly and effectively when an autistic individual goes missing, strengthening coordination and saving lives,“ said Attorney General Todd Blanche.
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin stated, “FEMA’s role is to support coordination across emergency management, law enforcement, first responders, and community partners so local officials have the tools and relationships they need before an incident occurs. This initiative is about preparedness, rapid response, and protecting vulnerable Americans when every minute counts.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretaries Kennedy and Mullin and Attorney General Blanche as they collaborate on the National Autism Missing and Endangered Person Alert initiative.
- For discernment for the president and members of his Cabinet as they address issues and concerns facing parents and families.
Sources: Department of Health and Human Services
