Revise 911 emergency telephone system laws

2025 Regular Session

Proposes revisions to 911 emergency system laws to modernize governance, funding, technology standards, and reporting for PSAPs, providers, and the public.

(LC) Draft Delivered to Requester

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Summary: LC 4219 – Revise 911 emergency telephone system laws

Quick facts

Bill number: LC 4219

Title: Revise 911 emergency telephone system laws

Status: LC Draft Delivered to Requester

Introduced: December 31, 2024

Classification: bill

Subject: Communications, Information Technology, Emergency and Disaster Services

Purpose and intent

The bill’s primary stated objective, by its title, is to revise the laws governing the 911 emergency telephone system. The available information does not include the bill text, so the exact reforms, objectives, and policy objectives (e.g., governance, funding, technology standards, or service requirements) are not specified in this summary. The drafting timeline indicates the bill is moving through standard LC drafting stages.

Status and timeline

The bill is currently in the drafting process with the Legislative Counsel (LC). Notable steps and dates:
- 2024-12-31: Drafter Assigned; Draft On Hold
- 2025-01-07: Draft Taken Off Hold
- 2025-02-03 to 2025-02-17: Series of drafting tasks (Legal Review, Input/Proofing, Edit, Draft in Final Drafter Review, Draft Ready for Delivery, Draft Delivered to Requester)
- 2025-02-11 to 2025-02-17: Progression from Draft Ready for Delivery to Draft Delivered to Requester
This shows a rapid drafting cycle in early February 2025 and indicates the draft is now finalized and provided to the requester for review.

Key provisions (disclosed text not provided)

The specific provisions are not included in the information provided. Therefore, no definitive changes can be enumerated. Based on the subject matter, potential areas such revisions commonly address (to be confirmed in the final text) might include:
- Governance and oversight of 911/PSAP operations
- Funding mechanisms and cost recovery for 911 services
- Technology standards (Enhanced 911, Text-to-911, location accuracy)
- Interoperability and regional coordination
- Data privacy, retention, and reporting requirements
- Accountability and performance metrics
- Deadlines for implementing updated requirements

Affected parties and impact

Public safety answering points (PSAPs) and local/state emergency communication centers

Telecommunication/service providers and technology vendors supporting 911 infrastructure

Local governments and state agencies responsible for emergency services

General public residents who rely on 911 services (through improved reliability or new capabilities)

Implementation considerations

If enacted, the bill would likely specify dates for compliance, funding sources, and transition plans for any new technology or reporting requirements.

Agencies may need to update configurations, training, and procurement processes to align with revised standards.

Next steps

Review the full LC draft once released to understand the exact amendments.

Monitor legislative action for committee referrals, amendments, and potential floor votes.

Await any fiscal analysis or stakeholder impact statements that typically accompany substantive 911 system revisions.