H.R.3181: To prohibit providers of cellular and other mobile radio services from blocking access to 911 emergency services.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about emergency management
  • Introduced March 28, 1996
  • Latest Major Action April 12, 1996

Bill Summary

Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to require the Federal Communications Commission to prohibit providers of commercial mobile services from blocking access to emergency 911 services, as necessary in the public interest.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Finance.
March 28, 1996

Introduced in the House by Anna G. Eshoo (D-Calif.)

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