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
Articles by Editorial Staff
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…
AT&T Supporting Customers Affected by California Fires
As always, our top priority is keeping our customers, their families and first responders connected. Latest Updates Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025, 12:05 p.m. PST READ FULL AT&T RELEASE
Delma Noel-Pratt: Bipartisan reforms will strengthen first responder’s crisis response
This new FCC decision isn’t just about technology; it’s about making our community safer. As Chief of Police, I’ve witnessed firsthand the essential role that reliable communications play in keeping…
AT&T Supporting Customers Affected by California Fires
As always, our top priority is keeping our customers, their families and first responders connected. Latest Updates Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025, 12:05 p.m. PST READ FULL AT&T RELEASE
AT&T Responds to Winter Storm Blair
Our teams are closely tracking Winter Storm Blair and responding to network impacts across affected areas. We understand how important it is to stay connected and as weather conditions permit,…
Looking Back at 2024: A Reporter’s Notebook
By James Careless 2024 was a busy time for FirstNet, and for this reporter at AllThingsFirstNet.com. I’ve covered many stories during the past 12 months. Here are some of the…
FirstNet in 2024: A year of growth, innovation and bold plans for the future
In 2024, the FirstNet Authority took bold and decisive actions to evolve the network. We dedicated our people, programs, and resources to make FirstNet the best possible communications network for…
FirstNet: Investing in broadband coverage for tribal nations, rural areas
By Jasper Bruner, National Tribal Government Liaison, First Responder Network Authority At the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority), we oversee the building, deployment, and operation of FirstNet, the nationwide public safety broadband…
FirstNet Authority reauthorization by Congress ‘critical,’ CEO Wassel tells board
Convincing Congress to reauthorize the FirstNet Authority—the government entity that oversees the FirstNet nationwide public-safety broadband network—during the next 26 months is “critical,” FirstNet Authority Executive Director and CEO Joe…
Informed Opinion: Why FirstNet Should Be Reauthorized Permanently
By Chief John Cueto, Chief of Police-Retired for the Town of Duck, North Carolina On May 18, 2023, Rep. Lizzie Fletcher reintroduced a bill in the House of Representatives (her…