APCO Says Work Remains on Rules for Implementation of NG911

APCO representatives urged that the FCC seek additional comment on implementing next-generation 911. The FCC sought comment last year on proposals about quickening the adoption of NG911 (see 2309110042). “Proposed rules in this proceeding are focused on the delivery of 9-1-1 traffic, which comprises only the first part of the emergency communications chain,” APCO told Public Safety Bureau staff according to a filing Thursday in docket 21-479. “To take the next step toward achieving public safety’s vision for NG9-1-1, the Commission should initiate a further notice of proposed rulemaking to address interoperability requirements for 9-1-1 service providers and other elements of the emergency communications chain,” APCO said.