This bill amends sections of the Enhanced Wireless 911 Services Act in Nebraska, specifically addressing surcharges and public hearings related to wireless telecommunications. It establishes that each wireless carrier must collect a surcharge of up to one dollar from users of wireless service, replacing the previous maximum of seventy cents. The bill also clarifies that the surcharge should be displayed as a separate line item on billing statements labeled "Enhanced Wireless Surcharge." Additionally, it mandates that the Nebraska Public Service Commission hold an annual public hearing to determine the necessary revenue for the Enhanced Wireless 911 Services Act and set the surcharge accordingly to maximize operational support for public safety answering points in the state.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the calculation of the prepaid wireless surcharge, aligning it with the new surcharge structure. It specifies that the Department of Revenue will determine the prepaid wireless surcharge annually based on the updated wireless E-911 surcharge and other related surcharges. The bill also clarifies the seller's responsibilities regarding the collection and disclosure of the prepaid wireless surcharge to consumers. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the funding and operational support for emergency services while ensuring transparency in surcharge collection.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 86-457, 86-458, 86-903