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Next Generation 9-1-1 Act: Modernizing Emergency Calls with Multimedia and Security.

This Act aims to upgrade the national 9-1-1 emergency system to a Next Generation (NG9-1-1) IP-based platform. This modernization allows citizens to send texts, photos, and videos, not just voice calls, to emergency centers, significantly improving the speed and quality of response. It establishes a federal grant program for states and tribes to implement this technology and mandates enhanced cybersecurity measures for emergency communication centers.
Key points
9-1-1 Upgrade: Enables citizens to send multimedia (text, photos, video) to emergency services, improving situational awareness for first responders.
Enhanced Security: Establishes a dedicated Cybersecurity Center to protect 9-1-1 systems from cyber threats and ensure reliability.
Funding for Deployment: Creates a federal grant program to finance the implementation and maintenance of the new, reliable 9-1-1 infrastructure across states and tribal lands.
Accountability of Fees: Requires certification that existing 9-1-1 fees collected from the public are used solely for emergency system purposes.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6505
Sponsor: Rep. Hudson, Richard [R-NC-9]
Process start date: 2025-12-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Next Generation 9–1–1 Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6505.

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 2025-12-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 9-1-1 Upgrade: Enables citizens to send multimedia (text, photos, video) to emergency services, improving situational awareness for first responders.
  • Enhanced Security: Establishes a dedicated Cybersecurity Center to protect 9-1-1 systems from cyber threats and ensure reliability.
  • Funding for Deployment: Creates a federal grant program to finance the implementation and maintenance of the new, reliable 9-1-1 infrastructure across states and tribal lands.
  • Accountability of Fees: Requires certification that existing 9-1-1 fees collected from the public are used solely for emergency system purposes.
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. Hudson, Richard [R-NC-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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