911 center funding News

9-1-1 System to Increase State and Local Fees in Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Legislation that would increase state and local 9-1-1 fees in Maryland — part of the Next Generation 9-1-1 initiative that would allow faster communication with emergency responders via text, photos and videos — passed both the House …

New Funding Source Considered for Kentucky 911 Center

A western Kentucky mayor is proposing a new way to fund the area’s emergency dispatch center. The Gleaner reports that Henderson Mayor Steve Austin made a recommendation on Wednesday of placing a surcharge on water bills instead of phone bills. …