Advocates gear up for FirstNet reauthorization push
Money for the dedicated public safety communications network runs out in 2027. Supporters don’t want to see the service interrupted given the good it has done already. Various groups, lawmakers…
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Utilizing MCPTT over FirstNet and Verizon ‘best decision I’ve made,’ Georgia police chief says
Opting for an LTE-based mission-critical-push-to-talk (MCPTT) solution and abandoning land-mobile-radio (LMR) technology for vital public-safety communications is proving to be an operational and financial boon to the city of Dallas,…
Public Safety Broadband Technology Association (PSBTA): Advancing Public Safety Communications for a Safer Future
by PSBTA Team The Public Safety Broadband Technology Association (PSBTA) leads the charge in advancing public safety communication networks, equipping first responders with the tools they need to operate with greater…
Touchdowns and Terabytes: AT&T’s Data Drive to Victory
AT&T served as the MVP (Most Valuable Provider) by reliably connecting fans at home and in the dome, as well as first responders on FirstNet®, Built with AT&T. from game day…
Big Game, Bigger Network: AT&T Upgrades Connectivity in the Big Easy
As the neutral host provider, AT&T serves as the MVP (Most Valuable Provider) at the Superdome Key Takeaways: AT&T has pulled out all the stops to ensure fans enjoy fast…
AI, 5G, and FirstNet Reauthorization Lead Experts’ Forecasts for 2025
By James Careless The application of artificial intelligence (AI) to first responder communications, advances in 5G, and the reauthorization of FirstNet are the big trends that the experts see dominating…
FirstNet Deploys Communication Assets to Southern California Wildfire Areas
As a public safety partner, the FirstNet team – in collaboration with local AT&T teams and AT&T Network Disaster Recovery – have been on the ground since day one to…
FirstNet tops 6.7 million connections, 29.5K agencies, AT&T reports
FirstNet supports more than 6.7 million connections for more than 29,500 public-safety agencies as of the end of 2024, according to information released by AT&T, the contractor of the nationwide…
FirstNet Reauthorization A Must for Public Safety Communications
By James Careless Since its inception in 2012, the FirstNet Authority has done great things for public safety communications in the United States. The most significant of these is the…
March 2025 Combined Board and Board Committees Meeting
The FirstNet Authority Board will convene an open public meeting of the Board and Board Committees. VIEW MEETING DETAILS
First Responder Network Authority Roadmap
The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) Roadmap is our guide to the future of FirstNet, the nationwide public safety broadband network. DOWNLOAD ROADMAP (PDF)
Public safety in 2025: Rising to the challenges
America was struck by tragedy early in 2025. From natural disasters to mass casualty incidents — and even acts of terrorism — these events tested the resolve of our country…
Intersection of tech and safety: Firefighter wearables for cardiac events
On-duty firefighters die from sudden cardiac events at twice the rate of law enforcement officers and four times the rate of other emergency responders. Early detection can help save lives by catching…
FirstNet is Transforming Communications for First Responders in Hagerstown, Washington County
NEWS / PRESS RELEASE AT&T* joined local first responders, public safety officials and community leaders in Hagerstown to highlight how FirstNet®, Built with AT&T – the only network built with and for America’s…
State of Florida Enhances Emergency Response with Addition of New Portable FirstNet Cell Sites
New deployable network assets will help keep first responders prepared and connected during natural disasters, major emergencies and other large events The State of Florida has added 50 new deployable…