Next Generation 9–1–1 Act

House Bill

H.R. 6505

119th Congress

Next Generation 9–1–1 Act

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Introduced:Jan 15, 2026

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Summary

This bill appears to address the modernization of the 9-1-1 emergency response system to support newer technologies beyond traditional phone calls. Next Generation 9-1-1 systems are designed to handle text messages, photos, videos, and data from smartphones and other devices to improve emergency response.

Latest Action

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Introduced1/15/2026

StatusForwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

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Next Generation 9–1–1 Act

This bill appears to address the modernization of the 9-1-1 emergency response system to support newer technologies beyond traditional phone calls. Next Generation 9-1-1 systems are designed to handle text messages, photos, videos, and data from smartphones an

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This bill appears to address the modernization of the 9-1-1 emergency response system to support newer technologies beyond traditional phone calls. Next Generation 9-1-1 systems are designed to handle text messages, photos, videos, and data from smartphones and other devices to improve emergency response.

Bill Number: 6505
Introduced: 1/15/2026
Status: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

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Title: Next Generation 9–1–1 Act
Bill Number: 6505
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Introduced: 1/15/2026
Summary: This bill appears to address the modernization of the 9-1-1 emergency response system to support newer technologies beyond traditional phone calls. Next Generation 9-1-1 systems are designed to handle text messages, photos, videos, and data from smartphones and other devices to improve emergency res

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill appears to address the modernization of the 9-1-1 emergency response system to support newer technologies beyond traditional phone calls. Next Generation 9-1-1 systems are designed to handle text messages, photos, videos, and data from smartphones and other devices to improve emergency response.

Last updated: 2/28/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The bill likely supports upgrading emergency 9-1-1 systems to handle modern communication methods like texts, images, and videos.
Next Generation 9-1-1 technology allows emergency dispatchers to receive more detailed information from callers using smartphones and internet-connected devices.
The legislation may provide funding, standards, or requirements for state and local governments to implement these upgraded emergency systems.
Modernizing 9-1-1 infrastructure could improve response times and help emergency personnel better assess situations before arriving on scene.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would affect anyone who calls 9-1-1 for emergency help, as well as state and local governments that operate emergency dispatch centers. The public would benefit from being able to send texts, photos, or videos to 9-1-1, which is especially helpful for people who cannot safely speak or need to show dispatchers what is happening. Local governments and emergency response agencies would need to upgrade their technology systems to support these new capabilities.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

6505, 119th Congress (2026). "Next Generation 9–1–1 Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-6505

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