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 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 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 PSSA/PSBTA applaud today’s unanimous DC Circuit panel decision upholding the FCC’s 4.9 GHz decision.
Learn who owns FirstNet, how the overall control of the organization is shared, and what that means for public safety agencies across the country.
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
A new national podcast is launching that focuses on the future of public safety: 10‑2 Blue Brief: Emerging Tech & Innovation in Law Enforcement. The series dives deep into the tools, platforms, and technologies transforming how agencies prevent crime, respond to emergencies, and protect both officers and the communities they serve. The backbone of each conversation will be FirstNet and its continued impact on law enforcement efficiency and effectiveness at responding to crime.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 4, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Howard C. Liebengood Foundation proudly announces that two of its distinguished board members, retired Police Chief Terrence M. Cunningham and…
We’re building on 30+ years of disaster response experience to restore and maintain connectivity, when it matters most. SOURCE: AT&T News DATE: April 29, 2026 “From our customers to the…