Idaho watchdog agency says state should consider creating statewide 911 system

By: Clark Corbin

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: March 14, 2026

Words: 698

Last Updated: 4 months, 3 weeks ago

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The Idaho Legislature should consider creating a statewide 911 program to address maintaining the emergency communication system as costs rise and technology ages, according to a new report issued Friday by an independent Idaho watchdog agency.

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“Most of Idaho’s 911 centers report that they are under financial strain, including 94% of those serving communities with fewer than 25,000 people,” Idaho Office of Performance Evaluations Director …

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