EOC Operations for Emergency Response
Learn how EOC operations support emergency response, from core functions and staffing models to activation levels and EOC requirements.
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Vision FirstNet Users Summit Returns September 13–15, 2027, Bringing Public Safety Leaders Together to Shape the Future of Emergency Communications
by PSBTA Team | Oct 12, 2026 | Press Releases The Public Safety Broadband Technology Association (PSBTA) will bring public safety leaders, first responders, technology experts and industry partners together…
FirstNet adds remote coverage but mobile satellite waits in the wings
At the recent Vision 2026: FirstNet Users Summit, hosted by the Public Safety Broadband Technology Association (PSBTA), there was a big US map on display for attendees to stick pins…
FirstNet Authority Approves New Investments to Expand Coverage, Enhance Mission Critical Services on FirstNet
The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) announced today that it is investing in 220 new cell sites for FirstNet, the nationwide public safety broadband network. Meeting today in Boston, the FirstNet…
FirstNet Authority board passes $1.2 billion budget for FY 2027
FirstNet Authority board members unanimously approved a $1.2 billion budget for the upcoming fiscal year, including almost $1.1 billion earmarked for investments to enhance the coverage and capabilities of the…
Law Enforcement Leaders to Convene at 2026 Vision FirstNet Users Summit on Future of First Responder Connectivity
Law enforcement and other first responders remain the backbone of community safety, consistently stepping into unpredictable and often dangerous situations to protect lives and property. As communities expand and challenges…
The Public Safety Spectrum Alliance (PSSA) and Public Safety Broadband Technology Association (PSBTA) applaud the DC Circuit panel Decision on 4.9 GHz
The PSSA/PSBTA applaud today’s unanimous DC Circuit panel decision upholding the FCC’s 4.9 GHz decision.
Who Owns FirstNet and Who Controls Network Decisions?
Learn who owns FirstNet, how the overall control of the organization is shared, and what that means for public safety agencies across the country.
PSBTA to Host “Gathering of Tribal Public Safety” at the 2026 Vision Firstnet Users Summit
The Public Safety Broadband Technology Association will host a collaborative session at the 2026 Vision FirstNet Users Summit to bring tribal leaders and public safety professionals together to advance resilience,…
Secretary Lutnick Strengthens FirstNet Authority Board with the Appointment of Four Experienced Leaders
News / Press Release WASHINGTON – Today, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) announced that U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick has appointed four public safety, technology, and business…
AT&T: Scott Agnew cites FirstNet progress during past decade
Scott Agnew, president of AT&T’s FirstNet unit, highlights the evolution of the FirstNet network since the RFP for the program was released 10 years ago. SOURCE: Urgent Communications DATE: June…
FirstNet deploys emergency network assets ahead of World Cup in Kansas City
First responders are preparing for a massive communications surge as Kansas City prepares to host World Cup matches, with specialized network equipment positioned across the region to handle an expected…
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…