Next Generation 9–1–1 Act

Summary

The bill sets up a grant program run by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to fund the rollout and upkeep of modern, Internet‑based 9‑1‑1 systems. It targets state, territorial and tribal governments and allows money for system implementation, training, public outreach and cybersecurity. The goal is to give emergency callers more reliable location data and the ability to send text, photos or video to 9‑1‑1 centers.

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