Senate Bill S4583

                                 
BILL NUMBER: S4583

SPONSOR: MARTINEZ
 
TITLE OF BILL:

An act to amend the county law, in relation to the next generation 911
system, an emergency services internet protocol network

 
PURPOSE:

The purpose of this bill is to codify into law the requirements for Nex
Generation 911 for New York State

 
SUMMARY OF PROVISIONS:

  Section 1. amends sections 325-a of the county law to provide a defin-
tion  for  Next  Generation  911 which will create a statewide Emergency
Services Internet Protocol Network (ESINet) which is a  network  capable
of  connecting  calls, texts and other forms of media from the public to
9-1-1 Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs). The  state  will  offer  a
statewide ESINet available for connection to local PSAPs.

              

  Section 2. is the enacting clause

 
JUSTIFICATION:

The  emergency response system is a critical component of public safety,
and it is essential that it keeps pace with advancements in  technology.
That  is  why  this bill aims to codify the requirements for Next Gener-
ation 911 in New York State.

The implementation of Next Generation  911  (NG911)  will  significantly
improve  public  safety  in  New  York State. Here are a few key ways in
which NG911 will enhance public safety:

Faster response times: NG911 allows  for  real-time  information  to  be
transmitted directly to emergency responders, reducing response time and
improving  outcomes.  This  can  make a critical difference in emergency
situations where seconds count.

Improved communication: NG911 allows for  more  effective  communication
between the public and emergency responders. With the ability to receive
texts,  photos,  and  videos, emergency responders can quickly and accu-
rately assess the situation and respond appropriately.

Increased accessibility: With NG911,  individuals  who  are  hearing  or
speech  impaired  will  be  able  to communicate with emergency services
through the use of texting. This will ensure that all  individuals  have
access  to  emergency  services,  regardless  of their ability to make a
traditional voice call.

Enhanced location accuracy: NG911 provides  enhanced  location  accuracy
through the use of GPS and other location technologies. This will enable
emergency  responders  to  arrive  at the correct location more quickly,
saving valuable time and improving outcomes.

More efficient use of resources: NG911 allows for more effective coordi-
nation between multiple emergency responders  and  agencies.  This  will

result  in  a  more  efficient  use  of  resources  and a more effective
response to emergencies.

In  conclusion,  the implementation of NG911 will result in a more effi-
cient, effective, and accessible emergency response  system.  This  will
ultimately  improve  public  safety  and  help to save lives in New York
State.

 
FISCAL IMPLICATIONS:

This legislation shall be funded through dedicated 911  surcharge  which
is already in law

 
EFFECTIVE DATE:
This act shall take effect immediately.