### Question
Can you define what Next Generation 9–1–1 services means?


### Answer
**Next Generation 9–1–1 services** is defined as the following in *47 U.S.C. § 942*:

> an IP-based system comprised of hardware, software, data, and operational policies and procedures that—


(A) provides standardized interfaces from emergency call and message services to support emergency communications

#### Citation:
  - *47 U.S.C. § 942*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 8-NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ADMINISTRATION > SUBCHAPTER III-MISCELLANEOUS**

