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MS HB1172
Bill
Status
Passed
3/15/2010
Primary Sponsor
Karl Gibbs
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AI Summary
- Requires every person who owns or rents a residence, building, or structure in Mississippi to obtain a 911 address from their county
- Amends Section 19-5-301 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to add a legislative finding that requiring all owners and renters to obtain 911 addresses serves the public interest by reducing emergency response times
- Declares that a simplified, uniform emergency number system contributes to saving lives, reducing property destruction, quicker apprehension of criminals, and saving public funds
- Establishes minimum standards for training and certification of 911 telecommunicators and personnel involved in dispatching law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services
- Effective date of July 1, 2010; introduced by Representative Gibbs and referred to the County Affairs committee
Legislative Description
911 address; require owners and renters to obtain.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
3/15/2010
Full Bill Text
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