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A bill to provide funding for the deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1, and for other purposes.
12/7/2023, 5:06 PM
Summary of Bill S 2712
The bill proposes to provide financial assistance to state and local governments to upgrade their existing 9-1-1 systems to NG911 capabilities. This funding would cover the costs associated with equipment upgrades, training for emergency personnel, and public education campaigns to inform the public about the new capabilities of the system.
In addition to funding for NG911 deployment, the bill also includes provisions for the establishment of a national 9-1-1 implementation coordination office within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). This office would be responsible for coordinating efforts between federal, state, and local agencies to ensure a smooth transition to NG911 technology. Overall, the Next Generation 9-1-1 Funding Act of 2021 seeks to modernize the nation's emergency response system and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of emergency services. By providing financial support and establishing a coordination office, the bill aims to ensure that all Americans have access to the most advanced and reliable emergency communication technology available.
Congressional Summary of S 2712
This bill funds grants and other activities to support next generation 9-1-1 systems (i.e., interoperable, secure, Internet Protocol-based systems for receiving 9-1-1 requests for emergency assistance).
Specifically, the bill provides funding that is available through FY2030 to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) for grants to state, tribal, and territorial organizations (or entities established by one or more of those organizations) to implement next generation 9-1-1 systems. The Inspector General of the Department of Commerce must conduct oversight related to the grants.
The bill also provides funding that is available through FY2032 for establishing (1) a center to coordinate with state, local, and regional governments about cybersecurity threats to next generation 9-1-1 systems and strategies to detect and prevent such threats; and (2) an advisory board to provide the NTIA with recommendations about next generation 9-1-1 activities.
