Text-to-911 now available across Iowa
The state is close to its goal of 100 percent availability of the service across all counties. SOURCE: Statescoop DATE: May 18, 2018 For Iowans who find themselves in an…
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Minnesota starts regionally in pursuit of statewide text-to-911 implementation
By Dana Wahlberg Calling 911—for oneself, for a friend or relative, or even a complete stranger—is a highly traumatic experience, because it means that someone is having the worst day…
AT&T clarifies FirstNet service plans, prioritization for utilities
Utility companies can subscribe to FirstNet as “extended primary” users of the nationwide public-safety broadband network (NPSBN) being deployed by AT&T, but utilities would not be eligible to receive preemptive…
A Guide to Grant Funding in Support of FirstNet
This guide’s intended use is to demonstrate the simplicity of accessing and acquiring financial assistance from federal, state and local resources. Additionally, this guide aspires to provide an understanding of how various…
Leveraging Grants to Fund Your FirstNet Project
Federal, State and Local grants can assist with planning, training, exercise, equipment and in some circumstances support the costs of personnel.
Federal Grants Eligibility Matrix
This sheet includes a matrix for determining eligibility of Federal Grants for Interoperable Communications Projects.
U.S. Department of Agriculture Grant Programs
This data sheet series includes information on competitive grants that are direct funded by the U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Grant Programs
This data sheet series includes information on competitive grants that are direct funded by the U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES.
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Grant Programs
This data sheet series includes information on competitive grants that are direct funded by the U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY.
U.S. Department of Transportation Grant Programs
This data sheet series includes information on competitive grants that are direct funded by the U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
U.S. Department of Justice Grant Programs
This data sheet series includes information on competitive grants that are direct funded by the U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE.
U.S. Department of Commerce Grant Programs
This data sheet series includes information on competitive grants that are direct funded by the U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE.
The FirstNet Association – Who, What and Why
On Tuesday, April 3, public safety veterans announced the creation of The FirstNet Association, an organization dedicated to building a platform for conversations between stakeholders of FirstNet, including vendors and…
FirstNet is “Boston Strong” at the 2018 Marathon
By Michael Varney, First Responder Network Authority, Region 1 Lead In the five years since the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing took place, Bostonians have remained true to the phrase “Boston…
Applications and Mobile Data to Improve Operations and Emergency Responder Safety
By William Schrier, Senior Advisor A number of public safety agencies are adopting FirstNet and gaining capabilities they have never had before. These FirstNet trailblazers are exploring the benefits of smart…