STATEMENT OF
COMMISSIONER DEBORAH TAYLOR TATE
Re: Implementation of the NET 911 Improvement Act of 2008, WC Docket No. 08-171
With this item, the Commission establishes rules to ensure that service providers 
have the access they need to enable 911 and E911 service, which Congress has required 
in the New and Emerging Technologies 911 Improvement Act of 2008.  Whether we are 
considering rules for use of the 700 MHz D block spectrum, location accuracy for 911 
calls, or service providers’ access to 911 capabilities, the Commission continues to take 
steps to ensure that our citizens and public safety service providers have the tools they 
need to ensure world-class emergency communications capabilities.  
I especially want to recognize Congressman Bart Gordon, Congressman Chip 
Pickering, and Senator Bill Nelson for their longstanding leadership on this issue.  It is 
important that the Commission’s implementation of all rules in response to statutory 
requirements reflect the intent of Congress and the plain language of the laws directing 
our activities.  I believe this item faithfully implements Congress’ requirements with 
regard to 911 and E911 access rules.