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MS HB1319
Bill
Status
2/5/2019
Primary Sponsor
Nick Bain
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AI Summary
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State Department of Health must develop an emergency network in consultation with the Mississippi Hospital Association to establish statewide uniform communications with hospitals during disasters.
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Communications network must utilize Iridium or comparable satellite communications technology to provide reliable coverage and dependability in disaster-affected areas.
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Network is designed to maximize delivery of critical emergency aid to affected communities through satellite-based communications systems.
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Legislature shall appropriate necessary funds to the State Department of Health in the 2019-2020 appropriation bill to develop and implement the uniform communications network.
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Act takes effect July 1, 2019.
Legislative Description
Statewide emergency network; require Department of Health to create to enhance communications with hospitals in times of disaster.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/5/2019