Pending Legislation

Next Generation 9-1-1 Preservation Act of 2010 (HR 4829 / S 3115)

The purpose of this bipartisan, bicameral legislation introduced by the Co-Chairs of the E9-1-1 Caucus is to:

  • Focus Federal policies and funding programs to ensure a successful migration to IP-enabled, Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1(?)) systems;
  • Ensure technologically advanced 9-1-1 and emergency communications systems are universally available and adequately funded to serve all Americans; and
  • Ensure all 9-1-1 and emergency response organizations have access to high-speed broadband networks, interconnected IP backbones, and innovative services and applications.
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