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John Shimkus: “The purpose of H.R. 438 is to improve our Nation's wireless 911 system so we can reduce response times to emergencies…”

On the recordFebruary 24, 1999
The purpose of H.R. 438 is to improve our Nation's wireless 911 system so we can reduce response times to emergencies and basically save lives. Reducing emergency response time will help to lessen the impact of serious injuries and, again, save lives.
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John Shimkus
Republican · Illinois

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Discussing the importance of improving the wireless 911 system during a legislative debate.

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