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The FCC Takes Action to Modernize Disaster Information Reporting System
On May 21, the FCC unanimously adopted measures to modernize its web-based Disaster Information Reporting System (DIRS). The FCC uses DIRS to gather information about service disruptions during disasters.
APCO interacts with the federal government through:
- Advocating for NG9-1-1 funding
- Increasing recognition and support for public safety telecommmunicators
- Ensuring 9-1-1 location accuracy
- Protecting public safety spectrum
