Bill > SB2296

This bill amends the definitions section of North Dakota's emergency services communications systems law by making several key updates. The most significant change is the addition of a new definition for "first responder," which now explicitly includes firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency medical services personnel, and public safety telecommunicators. The bill also makes numerous technical revisions to the numbering and language of existing definitions, such as modifying how public safety services and wireless service are described. Some definitions are expanded or clarified, like adding more detail to terms such as "emergency services communication system" and "voice over internet protocol service." The bill aims to provide more precise and comprehensive definitions that reflect the evolving landscape of emergency communications technology and personnel, ensuring that the legal framework accurately captures the current state of emergency response systems. These changes will help improve clarity and understanding of the terms used in North Dakota's emergency services communications regulations.

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https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo2296.html