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This bill requires two main actions: first, the Division of State-Wide Emergency Telecommunications will conduct a comprehensive study of communication systems used by public safety personnel, focusing on policies, practices, and concerns about private information sharing. The division must consult with key emergency services boards and councils and submit a report to the public safety committee by January 1, 2026. Second, the bill establishes a working group to study the potential consolidation of public safety answering points (PSAPs), which are call centers that handle emergency 911 calls. The working group, composed of 15 members representing various stakeholders like municipal leaders, labor organizations, emergency service associations, and government officials, will explore consolidation challenges, goals, and recommendations. This includes examining issues such as collective bargaining agreements, dispatcher location, regional PSAP definitions, training standards, and governance structures. The working group is required to submit an interim report by February 1, 2026, and a final report by January 1, 2027, with the goal of improving emergency communication systems and public safety efficiency.

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