Parents of Woman Abducted Thank Representative William Snyder for the Implementation of His DNA Legislation

Stuart, FL, July 27, 2011 --(PR.com)-- On January 24, 2006, 25-year-old Jennifer Kesse vanished, without a trace, from the Orlando area. Despite enormous media attention and untold man hours of work by Orlando and federal law enforcement agencies, Jennifer Kesse is still missing and the case is unsolved. Her parents, Drew and Joyce Kesse, began a nationwide effort to reduce the amount of incidences such as this. The Kesses identified the early sampling of DNA as being of paramount importance in these types of cases. They were assisted in their struggle by John Walsh, a renowned advocate in these matters.

On July 1, 2011, Representative William Snyder’s (R-Stuart) DNA bill, which was passed in 2009 will be funded by the Florida Legislature. This will facilitate the taking of DNA samples from all suspects arrested for felonies in the State of Florida. Prior to the 2009 legislation, DNA samples could only be taken at time of conviction.

Joyce and Drew Kesse sent a note expressing their profound appreciation to Representative Snyder for his efforts in passing this important piece of legislation. Mr. Kesse stated, “I know how much it took to get this done, and we are most humbled by your leadership and courage to make this work!” Representative Snyder stated that he was enormously satisfied that the provisions of his bill will now be implemented and, as a result, public safety in Florida will be substantially improved.

Note: Representative Snyder was recognized by John Walsh/America’s Most Wanted with “Katie’s Hero Award” in reference to DNA legislation.

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