Wisconsin 2023-2024 Regular Session

Wisconsin Senate Bill SB909

Introduced

1/11/24

Refer

1/11/24

Failed

4/15/24

Caption

Grants for 911-caller-provided health, access, and functional needs information structures and making an appropriation. (FE)

Impact

In terms of its impact on state laws, SB909 adjusts the current grant programs to include the development of systems that can effectively handle sensitive health-related information during emergencies. This aligns with evolving emergency response strategies that emphasize a comprehensive understanding of callers' needs, especially for those with specific health challenges. The legislation provides for the allocation of substantial financial resources—amounting to $500,000 biennially—to facilitate this initiative, reflecting a state commitment to improving emergency management capabilities.

Summary

Senate Bill 909 aims to enhance the capabilities of 911 systems to store and access health, access, and functional needs information provided by callers during emergencies. This legislation establishes a newly created grant program under the Department of Military Affairs (DMA), which will award funds to public safety answering points and counties to develop and maintain such capabilities. The bill mandates that at least 50% of these grants are directed toward rural counties or public safety points located in rural areas, thereby supporting underserved communities' emergency responses.

Contention

While the bill has garnered significant support due to its potential to improve emergency responses and save lives, there may be concerns regarding privacy and the security of the sensitive information being stored and accessed. Public safety answering points will be held to standards of confidentiality, which necessitates robust data handling procedures to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized access to personal health information. Additionally, the focus on rural areas in grant distribution could lead to discussions about equitable resource allocation in urban settings.

Latest SB909 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

WI AB961

Grants for 911-caller-provided health, access, and functional needs information structures and making an appropriation. (FE)

WI SB371

Grants for incumbent local exchange carriers for costs associated with Next Generation 911 and making an appropriation. (FE)

WI AB356

Grants for incumbent local exchange carriers for costs associated with Next Generation 911 and making an appropriation. (FE)

WI SB309

Immunity for 911 call centers and dispatchers that transfer callers to the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

WI AB309

Immunity for 911 call centers and dispatchers that transfer callers to the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

WI SB719

Health care costs omnibus, granting rule-making authority, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)

WI AB748

Health care costs omnibus, granting rule-making authority, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)

WI SB50

Health care costs omnibus, granting rule-making authority, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)

WI SB1074

Reimbursement of emergency services under the Medical Assistance program when a patient is not transported; emergency medical services education; tuition and materials reimbursement for emergency medical responders and emergency medical services practitioners; reporting on changes to the scope of practice of emergency medical responders and emergency medical services practitioners; a levy limit exemption for regional emergency medical systems; eligible expenses of fire dues program; a live 911 pilot program; eligibility for the expenditure restraint incentive program; and making an appropriation. (FE)

WI AB62

Health care costs omnibus, granting rule-making authority, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)

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