As used in this part:

(1) “911 service” has the same meaning as defined in § 7-86-103;

Terms Used In Tennessee Code 7-86-402

  • IP-enabled services: means services and applications making use of Internet protocol (IP) including, but not limited to, voice over IP and other services and applications provided through wireline, cable, wireless, and satellite facilities, and any other facility that may be provided in the future through platforms that may not be deployable at present, that are capable of connecting users dialing or entering the digits 911 to public safety answering points (PSAPs). See Tennessee Code 7-86-103
  • Telephone system: includes a multiline telephone system and any equivalent system that utilizes IP-enabled services. See Tennessee Code 7-86-402
(2) “Entity” means an owner or operator of a business, the state, or a local government;
(3) “IP-enabled services” has the same meaning as defined in § 7-86-103; and
(4) “Telephone system” includes a multiline telephone system and any equivalent system that utilizes IP-enabled services.