NG9-1-1 Legislation Dropped from Federal Spending Package
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This week, APCO learned that the year-end omnibus spending package agreed to by Congress will not include funding for Next Generation 9-1-1. APCO has been working for several years to obtain significant federal grant funding, upwards of $15 billion, to ensure that 9-1-1 professionals have the modern technology and best-available tools for their essential, lifesaving work. NG9-1-1 legislation advanced with bipartisan support and appeared likely to be included in the final agreement, but unfortunately it was dropped due to last-minute changes related to funding mechanisms, not opposition to NG9-1-1. APCO remains encouraged by the substantial bipartisan support and will continue advocating for NG9-1-1 funding next year.
