H.R. 5201Passed one chamberAI & technology
FCC would have to report on compliance with 911 dialing law Kari's Law
Data as of July 12, 2026
The bill orders an FCC report within 180 days on how well Kari's Law's direct-911-dialing rule is being followed.35-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
HR 5201 requires the FCC to publish a public report reviewing compliance with Kari's Law, which mandates that multi-line phone systems allow direct 911 dialing without a prefix. The report, due within 180 days of passage, must cover compliance levels, obstacles companies face, enforcement improvement ideas, and recommendations for new legislation if needed.
Who does it affect?
Businesses that install or manage multi-line phone systems, such as hotels, hospitals, schools, and offices, are directly affected, along with the FCC itself.
Why does it matter?
The report could pressure regulators and phone system providers to close gaps in 911 access, potentially reducing emergency-calling failures in buildings using shared phone systems.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee
- House vote
- Senate — You are here
- President's desk
Right now: it passed the House and now goes to the Senate. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Kari's Law Reporting Act
- Introduced:
- September 8, 2025
- Latest action:
- April 22, 2026
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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