Safe 911 Calls

Safe 911 Calls exists to promote a new law at the federal, state, and local levels to provide a level of privacy to the usage of distribution of emergency 911 calls. Callers of 911 emergency response nationwide should be assured that their voice will not be used for amusement but for the public good only.

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Wednesday, September 28, 2005

Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) Responds


Thank you to Senator Pat Roberts, who responded to my campaign. I found his letter to be informative, in that 911 calls are not covered by "federal" laws but by "state" laws.

I have already contacted the State Legislature in Kansas. Since I live within 2 miles of Missouri, I will also contact legislators in Missouri as well. 48 more states to go!

But in addition, the State of Kansas cannot have jurisdiction if recordings are taken outside the state and played there... or can they? Federal legislation would be needed for transportation of recordings across state borders.

Also, federal regulation needs to be brought in for any broadcast of the recordings through the Federal Communications Commission.

posted by Paul McDonald @ 9/28/2005 09:18:00 PM

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