The bill amends Section 11-98-5.2 of the Code of Alabama 1975, focusing on the distribution of funds from the 911 Fund to local 911 districts. It establishes that the 911 Fund will be an insured interest-bearing account where all revenues from service charges on voice communications and prepaid wireless 911 charges will be deposited. The bill specifies that no more than one percent of the total statewide 911 charges can be deducted monthly for administrative expenses, with the remaining funds allocated to local districts based on a new formula that guarantees a minimum distribution amount. Key changes include the replacement of the term "moneys" with "monies" and the introduction of a distribution formula ensuring local districts receive either 80 percent of the statewide 911 charges or an amount sufficient to meet the base distribution amount, whichever is larger.

Additionally, the bill allows districts that have entered into contracts for countywide radio systems to submit financial statements to demonstrate their ability to meet financial obligations, potentially increasing their base distribution amount. It also ensures that districts funding an E-911 system as of September 30, 2011, receive a minimum amount based on their funding for that system. The bill sets aside a portion of the statewide 911 charges for specific administrative costs related to a statewide 911 voice and data system and compliance with FCC requirements. Furthermore, it outlines the allocation of remaining funds for training and certification of public safety telecommunicators, advisory services, and grants for financially struggling districts, with provisions for CMRS providers to certify their eligibility for payments related to Phase II Enhanced 911 services. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 11-98-5, 11-98-5
Enrolled: 11-98-5, 11-98-5