§ 39-21-1 - Legislative findings. - Rhode Island Statutes

SECTION 39-21-1

   § 39-21-1  Legislative findings. – It is hereby found and disclosed that:

   (1) E-911 uniform emergency telephone system is a feasibleservice and would be beneficial for the citizens of Rhode Island.

   (2) E-911 uniform emergency telephone system employs featuresthat contribute to the protection of life and property and add to theoperational efficiency of various public safety agencies.

   (3) E-911 uniform emergency telephone system affords ourresidents a more simple and faster means to request assistance in an emergencyand, in addition, enables the various agencies to process emergency calls in amore efficient manner than at present.

   (4) E-911 uniform emergency telephone system benefits areextremely valuable and this service would be an enhancement to the quality oflife throughout our state.