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Recognizing 911 Dispatchers as Protective Services: Better Support and Statistics.

This act aims to reclassify 911 public safety telecommunicators as protective service occupations. This change acknowledges their critical role in emergency response and the significant stress involved in their work. The reclassification could lead to better recognition and support for these essential professionals.
Key points
911 dispatchers, who handle emergency calls, will be officially recognized as part of protective services, similar to police officers and firefighters.
This reclassification aims to better reflect the challenging and stressful nature of dispatchers' work, potentially leading to improved support for them.
If the reclassification is not implemented, the government must explain its decision, increasing transparency.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_540
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]
Process start date: 2025-01-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

911 SAVES Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_540.

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 2025-01-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 911 dispatchers, who handle emergency calls, will be officially recognized as part of protective services, similar to police officers and firefighters.
  • This reclassification aims to better reflect the challenging and stressful nature of dispatchers' work, potentially leading to improved support for them.
  • If the reclassification is not implemented, the government must explain its decision, increasing transparency.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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