4.9 GHz Public Safety Spectrum Explained | PSBTA
Explore what the 4.9 GHz public safety spectrum is, how it’s used by agencies, and how FirstNet uses 4.9 GHz to drive innovation and communication reliability.
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First responders to attend 2025 FirstNet Users Summit in Indianapolis
Public safety summit to highlight innovations in emergency communication FirstNet has announced the 2025 Vision FirstNet Users Summit, scheduled for September 8–11 in Indianapolis, as reported by FirstNet. The event will…
PSAP & Emergency Communications Centers Explained | PSBTA
Learn what ECCs and PSAPs are, how they support 911 and emergency response, and why FirstNet is essential for enhancing dispatcher communication and coordination.
Why FirstNet is the #1 Network for First Responders
Discover why FirstNet is the #1 network for first responders — offering priority access, secure communications, and unmatched reliability in emergencies.
Off to the races: FirstNet keeps Iowa responders in the fast lane
The Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa, consists of a main oval track and seven road course layouts, allowing it to host both NASCAR and IndyCar events. With 30,000 seats at…
FirstNet gives EMS best-in-class communications for worst-case scenarios
EMS personnel must be able to rely on their communications — especially during worst-case scenarios. In this dire situation, every member of the crew began handing over their personal cell…
How FirstNet Reinvestment Is Transforming First Responder Communications
Discover how FirstNet reinvestment enhances communication for first responders with expanded coverage, 5G advancements, and mission-critical technology.
Interoperable Communications for Public Safety | PSBTA
Discover the importance of FirstNet interoperability in public safety, ensuring seamless interoperable communication for first responders during emergencies.
AT&T Prepares to Keep Customers, First Responders and Communities Connected During Hurricane Season
AT&T is the first company with a Nationwide Disaster Response Program certified by Homeland Security, designed to keep customers and first responders connected AT&T is committed to keeping its customers…
Nationwide coverage for first responders is at risk unless Congress gets their act together
WASHINGTON, D.C.— The dedicated public safety broadband network of the United States, known as FirstNet, and built by AT&T under federal contract after the 9/11 attacks is pending reauthorization by Congress according…
Multi-Agency Response: FirstNet at U.S. Army’s Redstone Arsenal
Redstone Arsenal is home to multiple U.S. Army commands, NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, 2 federal law enforcement agencies, and even a 35,000-acre wildlife refuge. Over 50,000 civilians and contractors…
What is FirstNet and How Does It Work?
Learn what FirstNet is, how it works, and why it’s crucial for public safety. Understand the difference between FirstNet and the FirstNet Authority.
PERSPECTIVE: Why FirstNet Offers Public Safety the Communication Evolution It Deserves
ByRobert W. Patterson Shortly after beginning my career with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in the late 1980s, a tragic event occurred that left a lasting impact on countless lives,…
Understanding Mission Critical Communications for Public Safety
Discover the importance of mission critical communication for public safety. Learn how effective comms can enhance critical incident management.
Is FirstNet in jeopardy? No way, according to AT&T
Given all the budget cuts happening in Washington, D.C., under Trump 2.0, Fierce wondered how FirstNet, the government-authorized wireless network for public safety, will fare. Is there any chance it…