Chairwoman Sue Swenson says early indications from AT&T officials make her confident that the carrier has the proper public-safety-centric focus to build the public-safety broadband network. AT&T still must complete…
AT&T and FirstNet are slashing the opt-in timeline for the first responder network buildout, giving states eager to participate the ability to green light the project as soon as they’re…
Governors will have an opportunity to accept FirstNet state plan for deploying a public-safety broadband network as soon as this month. Governors will have an opportunity to accept the FirstNet state plan…
As states test waters, AT&T hopes to catch all with FirstNet States have started exploring alternatives to the $40-billion nationwide first responder network in the works by AT&T, but the…
FCC proposes FirstNet opt-out review process for consideration at June 22 meeting States and territories pursuing the “opt-out” alternative would need to complete an FCC review process that the agency hopes to…
“There is no substitute for eyes and ears on the ground in an emergency.” “Radio amateurs can and should continue to play an important part in supporting emergency communication.” …
AT&T wants tough standards for states that want to opt out and build their own system AT&T, which won the $6.5 billion contract to build and operate the planned…
AT&T executive, John Donovan, says state and territory draft plans will be delivered on June 19, “give or take a day.” FirstNet plans to deliver draft state plans depicting the…
Originally posted on EMS World on May 24, 2017 FirstNet has developed a video presentation to help the EMS community prepare for the rollout of the nationwide public safety broadband network. FirstNet represents…
CEO promises hardening, ‘ruthless preemption’ for public safety By Donnie Jackson, Urgent Communications AT&T expects to deploy the Band 14 FirstNet public-safety LTE network “much quicker” than the five-year schedule included in the request…
Developer tools, an app store, and cybersecurity requirements will all be included for companies seeking to support public safety, a board member of the federal agency says.
May 15, 2017 By Mike Bostic, FirstNet Senior Law Enforcement Advisor May 12 is the kickoff of a special week for law enforcement officers and their families. National Police Week…
Communications is essential to keeping the public safe and protecting our communities. Technology can help fire fighters share information and ensure an efficient, effective response with when the call comes in.
May 9, 2017 National Hurricane Preparedness Week 2017 is underway, with the goal of this week being to increase information sharing throughout the nation about hurricane preparedness and response to…
May 4, 2017 By Mike Worrell, FirstNet Senior Fire Services Advisor Today is International Firefighters’ Day (IFFD), which recognizes the men and women throughout the fire service who risk their…