How FirstNet Operates Independently From Commercial Carriers
Learn what the FirstNet Authority is, how it works as an independent federal entity, and why that independence is critical for first responders.
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Atlanta prepares first responder communications for World Cup crowds
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — With the World Cup two weeks away, Atlanta public safety leaders are working to ensure first responders can communicate when hundreds of thousands of…
FirstNet is Transforming Communications for First Responders in Lake Lure, North Carolina
Network Expansion Will Help Boost Speeds, Enhance Customer Experience and Improve Public Safety Connectivity On May 22, representatives from AT&T, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration…
Cell tower request exposes Graham County’s shaky service
SAFFORD — What started as a zoning request for a cellphone tower behind Curtis Country Store quickly turned into something closer to a countywide confession Wednesday: Graham County’s cellular coverage…
Secretary Lutnick Appoints Sheriff Michael Adkinson as Chairman of FirstNet Authority Board
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration at the U.S. Department of Commerce announced that Secretary Howard Lutnick has appointed Sheriff Michael A. Adkinson, Jr. to serve as Chairman of the…
Keeping First Responders Connected: FirstNet Showcases Emergency Connectivity Solutions in Georgia
Recently, Georgia policymakers, public safety officials, the military community and business and community leaders had the opportunity to witness firsthand FirstNet’s fleet of deployable assets on display at events in…
Planning for the crowd: How IC-EMS used FirstNet to elevate game day care at Indiana University
When Indiana University (IU) football entered a historic new era of success, the excitement extended far beyond the field. Sellout crowds, expanded tailgating, and increased national attention transformed game days…
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Accessing Federal Resources When an Emergency or Major Disaster Strikes
Learn what federal funds and resources are available through Disaster Assistance, understand the process of requesting assistance, know what to expect before, during, and after, and find out who to contact for help.
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