Contact:
Elizabeth Fairchild
efairchild@businessfwd.org
202-861-1270
Washington, DC — FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel today proposed that Congress (if and when it reauthorizes the FCC’s spectrum auction authority) consider using future auction proceeds to invest in modernizing 911 services. Jim Doyle, President of Business Forward, issued the following statement in response:
“The country’s 911 systems have historically lacked consistent funding streams and are due for a digital upgrade. It is past time that those who call 911 should be able to immediately share video, pictures, and medical information. Chairwoman Rosenworcel’s proposal to invest in next-generation 911 services using spectrum auction funds would accelerate such an upgrade and promote public safety across the country.”
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