911 Direct Dialing: Progress Report on Emergency Calling Rules
Also known as: Kari's Law Reporting Act
Legislative Progress
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Key Points
This bill directs the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to study how well a 2017 safety law is working. That law requires multi-line phone systems, like those found in hotels and office buildings, to allow callers to reach 911 directly without dialing a prefix like "9" first.
The FCC would be required to publish a report within 180 days. This report must show if phone manufacturers and sellers are following the rules and identify any technical problems that make it hard for them to comply.
The report will also include suggestions for how the government can better enforce these safety rules. If the FCC finds that the current law isn't doing enough to keep people safe, it will recommend new legislation to Congress to fix the gaps.
Milestones
3 milestones5 actions
Jan 15, 2026House
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Jan 15, 2026House
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Sep 8, 2025House
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
Sep 8, 2025House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sep 8, 2025
Introduced in House
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Kari's Law Reporting Act
Bill NumberHR 5201
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionForwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
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