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This bill would require telecommunications providers (like Verizon or AT&T) to share data about where a call from a mobile phone or through an internet voice service originated if asked by law enforcement to help locate a person who is believed to be in serious physical danger.

Only a law enforcement officer who’s responding to an emergency call where the person is in danger of serious bodily harm or death could request this information from the provider.

Government entities wouldn’t be allowed to pursue take civil or administrative actions against providers or individuals that provide information in good faith.

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