Abigail Bingham: 2023 Junior Fellows Program Display Day

Abigail Bingham studied with the Congressional Research Service as a summer 2023 Junior Fellow. Her research focused on 911 services in rural and remote regions, and the lack of wireless coverage that could inhibit people's ability to access 911 services. The research examined how new satellite-connected smartphones could fill coverage gaps, create redundant networks, and enable access to 911 in remote and rural regions - areas that are typically underserved and unserved by telecommunication services. The project focused on specific issues regarding new satellite-enabled smartphones - how they work and how they may connect to 911 centers. Abigail studied wireline and wireless communication networks, satellite communication networks and services, new satellite-enabled smartphones, and handling of 911 phone calls across different networks. As Congress considers new funding (nearly $15 billion) for 911 centers, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed new rules to facilitate satellite-to-cellular coverage to extend coverage in rural regions and improve access to 911. The goal of this research is to explore these new technologies, the benefits and challenges of the technology, and how these emerging satellite/cellular technologies may address rural and remote regions of the country unique communication challenges that persist - including access to 911.

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