Pack supports bill establishing Green Alert for veterans

INDIANAPOLIS – Today, Jan. 29, House Bill 1021, co-authored by State Rep. Renee Pack (D-Indianapolis), received unanimous approval from the Veterans Affairs and Public Safety Committee to establish a Green Alert for missing at-risk veterans. 

“This bill was first introduced in 2019, and I have been a supporter of this idea since coming to the Statehouse,” Pack said. “It lets veterans know that we stand behind them, even in the most difficult of times.  

“As a disabled United States Army Veteran, I'm so grateful our legislature is taking this issue seriously. When missing, veterans have an increased chance of death by suicide when compared to the general public. Not only would House Bill 1021 alert both citizens and authorities to a missing veteran, it would also provide vital information to assist their safe return. With this knowledge, officials can respond to the situation more safely and effectively.

“The health and safety of our veteran community is paramount. HB 1021 brings attention to the unfortunate reality experienced by all too many Hoosier veterans. This bill provides measures to bring our veterans safely home after a worst-case scenario. I want to commend State Rep. Mitch Gore's (D-Indianapolis) great work championing this issue, and I am honored to offer my support.”