This bill mandates the establishment of a central registry by the Office of Emergency Telecommunications Services, in collaboration with the Division of Developmental Disabilities, to identify residents with special needs who may require additional assistance during emergencies. The registry will consist of voluntarily provided information from residents, including their address, telephone number, hospital plan, and specific assistance needs. The Division of Developmental Disabilities is tasked with creating a process for residents or their legal guardians to submit this information, which will then be shared with local emergency service organizations to enhance preparedness and response during emergencies.

Additionally, the bill outlines that municipal, county, and regional emergency services must utilize the information from the central registry to assist residents with special needs during 9-1-1 calls and emergencies, while ensuring that this information remains confidential and is not publicly disclosed. The Director of the State Office of Emergency Management is granted access to the registry for the purpose of developing Emergency Operations Plans. Furthermore, a public awareness campaign will be conducted to encourage the registration of individuals with special needs, emphasizing the importance of this initiative for effective emergency response.