CC Docket No. APCO, along with the ComCARE Alliance is urging the House to schedule a vote on S800 to expedite the process of moving the legislation to the President s desk for his signature. Usually the two chambers get together to work out their differences on similar bills like these, but since there is not a lot of time left in the Congressional session this year it would be best for Congress to pick one version and pass it. There is very little difference between the two bills. The longer this important legislation is waiting for action, the more people will try to amend it, or use it as a political football for other unrelated issues during the end of the session crunch.
Immediate action is needed.
The key members who are currently deciding how to proceed in the House are listed below. Also listed are other key members who helped pass the House version earlier this year. It is especially important for APCO members who work or live in these members districts to contact them as soon as possible. You are urged to make these contacts as soon as possible. The legislation also directs the Federal Communications Commission to play an active role in supporting states to develop plans to upgrade their wireless emergency communications systems.