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Next Generation 9–1–1 Act

Introduced: December 9, 2025 Introduced by: Hudson, Richard Republican · North Carolina See on congress.gov
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Jan 15, 2026
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Jan 15, 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Dec 29, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
Dec 9, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Dec 9, 2025
Introduced in House
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Next Generation 9–1–1 Act

This bill establishes a grant program to support implementation of next generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) systems by state, territorial, and tribal governments and requires other related activities. NG9-1-1 means a secure, interoperable, Internet Protocol-based (IP-based) system for receiving 9-1-1 requests for emergency assistance. (IP-based 9-1-1 systems have capabilities that legacy telephone systems do not, including enhanced location-finding and the ability to receive text and multimedia messages.)

Under the bill, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) must provide grants to state, territorial, and tribal governments (and entities established by those governments) to support the implementation and maintenance of NG9-1-1 systems. Grant funds may also be used for public outreach on NG9-1-1, implementation of cybersecurity measures, and, subject to certain limits, training and administrative costs.

Entities applying for grants must submit a plan for NG9-1-1 coordination and implementation that ensures interoperability and reliability, incorporates cybersecurity tools, and meets other requirements related to technology and procurement. Applicants must also certify that they have established, or will establish within a specified time frame, a sustainable funding mechanism to support NG9-1-1 and effective cybersecurity resources.

The NTIA must advise applicants on the preparation of implementation plans and provide technical assistance to grant recipients.

Further, the NTIA must establish (1) an advisory board to provide recommendations with respect to the grant program and other topics related to NG9-1-1; and (2) a cybersecurity center to coordinate with state, local, and regional governments on the sharing of cybersecurity information related to NG9-1-1.

What's happening now January 15, 2026

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

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 Lobbying activity 14

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 Cosponsors 8
All 8 Democratic 6 Republican 2
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Neguse, Joe
Colorado · May 12, 2026
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Kiggans, Jennifer A.
Virginia · Apr 29, 2026
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Ezell, Mike
Mississippi · Apr 14, 2026
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McDonald Rivet, Kristen
Michigan · Apr 14, 2026
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Thanedar, Shri
Michigan · Mar 3, 2026
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Fields, Cleo
Louisiana · Feb 25, 2026
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McClellan, Jennifer L.
Virginia · Jan 22, 2026
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Carter, Troy A.
Louisiana · Dec 9, 2025
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