House Bill 1427 amends section 365.171 of the Florida Statutes to improve the state's 911 emergency communication systems by requiring each county to provide centralized 911 call and dispatch services, either through the county itself or a regional entity. The bill stipulates that state funding for emergency services will be redirected to counties that establish these unified call centers, while those that do not comply will be ineligible for such funding. It also establishes executive boards to oversee the operation of these centers, necessitating unanimous decisions regarding their management and funding. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the need for interoperability among public safety agencies and prohibits the transfer of emergency calls between 911 call centers within the same county to enhance efficiency.

Moreover, the bill sets forth cybersecurity standards for 911 call centers and mandates the integration of existing 911 operations under the sheriff if a unified call center is not established by a specified deadline. It includes a certification process for county officials to confirm compliance with the establishment of necessary 911 services, with a report to be submitted to state leadership. Counties that fail to comply by January 1, 2029, will face a 25% reduction in emergency funding for each year of non-compliance. The bill underscores the importance of a coordinated approach to implementing these changes, with the responsible office tasked with adopting necessary rules and schedules for public agencies involved.