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Improved Reporting of Network Outages and 911 Emergency Services

This act aims to enhance how authorities collect and share information about internet, mobile, and phone service outages, especially during emergencies. This means citizens can expect faster and more transparent information about communication problems, which is crucial for safety and access to emergency help.
Key points
Authorities will publish preliminary and final reports on network outages after major events lasting at least 7 days, detailing the number and duration of disruptions to internet, mobile, and VoIP services.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will hold public hearings in affected areas to gather feedback from residents, local governments, and service providers on outages and improvement methods.
The act mandates the FCC to investigate and propose changes to outage reporting, including better transmission of caller location information to 911 emergency services and reporting of smaller outages that might otherwise go unnoticed.
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Print number: 118_HR_7043
Sponsor: Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-7]
Process start date: 2024-01-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Emergency Reporting Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7043.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-01-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorities will publish preliminary and final reports on network outages after major events lasting at least 7 days, detailing the number and duration of disruptions to internet, mobile, and VoIP services.
  • The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will hold public hearings in affected areas to gather feedback from residents, local governments, and service providers on outages and improvement methods.
  • The act mandates the FCC to investigate and propose changes to outage reporting, including better transmission of caller location information to 911 emergency services and reporting of smaller outages that might otherwise go unnoticed.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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