Excerpts from the Bellevillenews-democrat.com:
The Emergency Telephone Act, which currently authorizes 911 services and funds call centers through a monthly surcharge, is set to expire on July 1. This would leave 911 systems without necessary funding and could disrupt emergency response capabilities across Illinois.
Senate Bill 1839 aims to extend the act until the end of 2020 and increase the surcharge that phone users pay. The fee would go up from 87 cents to $1.50 per month for most areas, while Chicago residents would see an increase from $3.90 to $5. These changes are intended to support the modernization of 911 infrastructure and ensure continued operation of emergency services.
However, Governor Bruce Rauner’s administration has expressed concerns over the surcharge hikes, calling them excessive. A memo from Rauner's energy and environment policy adviser to the statewide 911 administrator stated that the proposed increases were unacceptable and urged lawmakers to submit a revised version of the bill before the deadline.
The bill passed both the House and Senate on May 31 with strong bipartisan support. While the memo didn’t specify exact modifications, it referenced a recommendation from the 911 advisory board for a $1.05 surcharge, which is significantly lower than the proposed rate in the bill.
Brett Reynolds, president of the Illinois Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials, emphasized the importance of passing the bill, stating that it reflects broad support from the general assembly and is critical for maintaining public safety. The House approved it 81-27, and the Senate 53-3.
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Excerpts from mysuburbanlife.com:
Public safety officials are urging Governor Bruce Rauner to sign a new bill that would raise phone fees across Illinois to fund the modernization of the 911 emergency system. They argue that the current 30-year-old network is outdated and needs upgrades to meet modern demands, including texting to 911 and improved reliability.
Brent Reynolds, president of the Illinois Chapter of the Association of Public Safety Professionals, highlighted the need for increased funding during a recent news conference. He explained that the proposed surcharge increase—raising it from 87 cents to $1.50 per device monthly—would help 911 centers replace old equipment and implement next-generation technology.
In Chicago, the surcharge would jump from $3.90 to $5, a significant increase that has already seen two major hikes in recent years. Jason Heffley, Rauner’s policy adviser for energy and environment, noted that the state-wide increase is much higher than the $1.05 recommended by the 911 Advisory Board after a two-year study.
Linda Zerwin, executive director of the Emergency Telephone System Board of DuPage County, explained that the county’s 911 system has undergone consolidation since 2008, resulting in millions in annual savings. However, the current surcharge only covers a fraction of the $28 million needed for operations, with the rest coming from municipal and sheriff’s office budgets.
The bill also includes provisions allowing AT&T to stop offering landline service in Illinois, a move that could impact emergency communications in some areas. Despite these concerns, supporters believe the bill is essential for ensuring the long-term viability of 911 services across the state.
With the deadline approaching, the debate over the bill continues, as officials stress the importance of securing funding to protect public safety and improve emergency response systems.
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