# R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-1: Legislative findings

> Rhode Island · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-1

## Section

- **Citation:** R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-1
- **Heading:** Legislative findings
- **Jurisdiction:** Rhode Island
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** RI Code / Title 39 / Chapter 39-21 / Section 39-21-1

## Text

It is hereby found and disclosed that:

(1) E-911 uniform emergency telephone system is a feasible service and would be beneficial for the citizens of Rhode Island;

(2) E-911 uniform emergency telephone system employs features that contribute to the protection of life and property and add to the operational efficiency of various public safety agencies;

(3) E-911 uniform emergency telephone system affords our residents a more simple and faster means to request assistance in an emergency and, in addition, enables the various agencies to process emergency calls in a more efficient manner than at present;

(4) E-911 uniform emergency telephone system benefits are extremely valuable and this service would be an enhancement to the quality of life throughout our state; and

(5) Changes in consumer habits require that the state E-911 uniform emergency telephone system take the steps necessary to ensure that its operating capabilities are in line with new technologies and practices.

## Nearby sections

- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-1 § 39-21-1. Legislative findings.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-1.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-2 § 39-21-2. Establishment of the E-911 uniform emergency telephone system division.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-2.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-3 § 39-21-3. Personnel.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-3.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-4 § 39-21-4. Advisory commission.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-4.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-5 § 39-21-5. Other references to E-911 uniform emergency telephone system €” References to €œthe project€ or to €œ9-1-1 system.€](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-5.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-6 § 39-21-6. Cooperation with federal government.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-6.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-7 § 39-21-7. Applications for federal and state aid.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-7.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-8 § 39-21-8. Use of federal and state funds.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-8.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-9 § 39-21-9. Receipt and deposit of federal funds.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-9.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-10 § 39-21-10. Appropriation of revenues.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-10.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-11 § 39-21-11. Rules and regulations €” Review.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-11.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-12 § 39-21-12. Cost of E-911 service to provider.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-12.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-13 § 39-21-13. Division expenses as cost of project.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-13.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-21-14 § 39-21-14. Cooperation and coordination with other agencies.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T39_C39-21_S39-21-14.md)

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