Next Generation 9–1–1 Act
Latest action · Jan 15, 2026 Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Progress
Where this bill reached, and when. A stage with no date was not reached; one that failed a vote and later carried shows the date it carried.
- IntroducedDec 9, 2025
- Passed HouseNot reached
- Passed SenateNot reached
- To the PresidentNot reached
- Became lawNot reached
Summary
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.
Cosponsors 8
Members who signed on, in the order they did. Signatures ran from Dec 9, 2025 to May 12, 2026, with 1 there on the day it was introduced.
| Seat | Cosponsor | Signed on | |
|---|---|---|---|
| D-LA | Troy A. Carter | Original | Dec 9, 2025 |
| D-VA | Jennifer L. McClellan | Jan 22, 2026 | |
| D-LA | Cleo Fields | Feb 25, 2026 | |
| D-MI | Shri Thanedar | Mar 3, 2026 | |
| D-MI | Kristen McDonald Rivet | Apr 14, 2026 | |
| R-MS | Mike Ezell | Apr 14, 2026 | |
| R-VA | Jennifer A. Kiggans | Apr 29, 2026 | |
| D-CO | Joe Neguse | May 12, 2026 |
Actions 5
Everything that happened, newest first.
- Jan 15, 2026Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
- Jan 15, 2026Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Dec 29, 2025Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
- Dec 9, 2025Introduced in House
- Dec 9, 2025Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Related bills 1
Companion bills and other measures the record links to this one.
| Bill | Title | Relationship | Latest action |
|---|---|---|---|
| S 4062 | Next Generation 9–1–1 Act | Related bill | Mar 11, 2026 |
Subjects
Assigned by the Library of Congress. Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications.
- Advisory bodies
- Broadcasting, cable, digital technologies
- Computer security and identity theft
- Congressional oversight
- Emergency communications systems
- First responders and emergency personnel
- Government information and archives
- Internet, web applications, social media
- Performance measurement
- Science, Technology, Communications
- State and local government operations
- Telecommunication rates and fees
- Telephone and wireless communication
Text 1
Each version as it was printed, newest first.
- Dec 9, 2025Introduced in House
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