Ind. Senate Passes 911 Bill

The Indiana Senate sent the House a 911 bill Wednesday after approving it unanimously Monday. SB-232 would require originating service providers to connect to state 911 using an industry standard or functional equivalent and “establish and maintain the connection in accordance with all applicable regulatory requirements requiring service continuity and ensure access to public safety assistance,” said a Monday fiscal impact statement. Also, the bill would update certain 911 terminology, increase penalties for giving false information and exempt information about 911 system security from public disclosure. In addition, it would allow a budget committee to decide whether to continue assessing a state 911 fee after June 30, 2031.