Solomon’s legislation to update 911 emergency response headed to Gov. Shapiro’s desk

Said bill will make communities safer

Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus    November 14, 2024 | 11:14 AM

Legislation (HB1304) that will help usher in new 911 technology is set to become law, according to state Rep. Jared Solomon, majority chair of the House Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee and author of the bill.  

Solomon said his bill takes a critical step in creating new safety infrastructure for the commonwealth that will provide a faster, more accurate response time by emergency responders.

“Our 911 emergency departments provide critical and lifesaving services to Pennsylvanians,” Solomon said. “Unfortunately, our 911 technology has not kept pace with the needs of our communities, which leaves our neighborhoods at risk.

“This is about the safety and well-being of all Pennsylvanians, equipping emergency service workers with tools that will save lives and ensuring that the commonwealth is ready for any emergency. It could be the difference between life and death in an emergency situation,” he said.

The bill received final votes in the House and Senate today and now heads to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s desk to be signed into law.