Adds 9-1-1 system regionalization costs to funds appropriated from "9-1-1 System and Emergency Response Trust Fund Account."
Impact
The passage of A1999 is expected to strengthen the framework for 9-1-1 services by ensuring that the funds dedicated to emergency response can cover regionalization costs. This could potentially lead to a more organized and efficient emergency response system across the state, as local governments may benefit from shared resources and infrastructure. It authorizes the allocation of more comprehensive funding from the trust account to cover not only routine expenses but also significant enhancements needed for regional public safety operations.
Summary
Assembly Bill A1999 aims to amend previous legislation concerning the funding and management of the State's 9-1-1 system. This bill specifically adds the costs associated with regionalizing the 9-1-1 system into the financial provisions of the '9-1-1 System and Emergency Response Trust Fund Account.' The legislation seeks to enhance the operational efficiency of emergency response through improved financial support and regional collaboration.
Contention
While proponents argue that regionalizing 9-1-1 services will optimize emergency response and reduce redundancy in operations, there may be concerns regarding the implementation of such a system. Critics may raise issues around local autonomy and the potential difficulties that some regions may face during the transition to a more centralized system. Questions about equitable distribution of funds and the role of local agencies in managing the 9-1-1 services may also arise in discussions as the bill moves through the legislative process.
Amends Constitution to dedicate money credited to the "9-1-1 System and Emergency Response Trust Fund Account" to maintain 9-1-1 system and emergency response.
Amends Constitution to dedicate money credited to the "9-1-1 System and Emergency Response Trust Fund Account" to maintain 9-1-1 system and emergency response.
Amends Constitution to dedicate money credited to the "9-1-1 System and Emergency Response Trust Fund Account" to maintain 9-1-1 system and emergency response.
Prioritizes distribution of 9-1-1 System and Emergency Response Trust Fund monies; permits use of funds for certain expenses incurred by counties and municipalities for the provision and maintenance of 9-1-1 emergency services.
Prioritizes distribution of 9-1-1 System and Emergency Response Trust Fund monies; permits use of funds for certain expenses incurred by counties and municipalities for the provision and maintenance of 9-1-1 emergency services.
Establishes "End 9-1-1 Fund Diversion Now Act"; directs Treasurer to issue report concerning prevention of diversion of funds from "9-1-1 System and Emergency Response Trust Fund Account" to conform with federal law.