AI, 5G, and FirstNet Reauthorization Lead Experts’ Forecasts for 2025
By James Careless The application of artificial intelligence (AI) to first responder communications, advances in 5G, and the reauthorization of FirstNet are the big trends…
AI, 5G, and FirstNet Reauthorization Lead Experts’ Forecasts for 2025
FirstNet Deploys Communication Assets to Southern California Wildfire Areas
As a public safety partner, the FirstNet team – in collaboration with local AT&T teams and AT&T Network Disaster Recovery – have been on the…
FirstNet tops 6.7 million connections, 29.5K agencies, AT&T reports
FirstNet supports more than 6.7 million connections for more than 29,500 public-safety agencies as of the end of 2024, according to information released by AT&T,…
FirstNet Reauthorization A Must for Public Safety Communications
By James Careless Since its inception in 2012, the FirstNet Authority has done great things for public safety communications in the United States. The most…
March 2025 Combined Board and Board Committees Meeting
The FirstNet Authority Board will convene an open public meeting of the Board and Board Committees. VIEW MEETING DETAILS
December 2024 Combined Board and Board Committees Meeting
The FirstNet Authority Board will convene an open public meeting of the Board and Board Committees.
First Responder Network Authority Roadmap
The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) Roadmap is our guide to the future of FirstNet, the nationwide public safety broadband network. DOWNLOAD ROADMAP (PDF)
Delivering on the Promise: Deploying the Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network
FISCAL YEAR 2023 ANNUAL REPORT TO CONGRESS DOWNLOAD ANNUAL REPORT (PDF)
Public safety in 2025: Rising to the challenges
America was struck by tragedy early in 2025. From natural disasters to mass casualty incidents — and even acts of terrorism — these events tested…
Intersection of tech and safety: Firefighter wearables for cardiac events
On-duty firefighters die from sudden cardiac events at twice the rate of law enforcement officers and four times the rate of other emergency responders. Early detection can…
FirstNet is Transforming Communications for First Responders in Hagerstown, Washington County
NEWS / PRESS RELEASE AT&T* joined local first responders, public safety officials and community leaders in Hagerstown to highlight how FirstNet®, Built with AT&T – the only network…
State of Florida Enhances Emergency Response with Addition of New Portable FirstNet Cell Sites
New deployable network assets will help keep first responders prepared and connected during natural disasters, major emergencies and other large events The State of Florida…
AT&T Supporting Customers Affected by California Fires
As always, our top priority is keeping our customers, their families and first responders connected. Latest Updates Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025, 12:05 p.m. PST READ…
Delma Noel-Pratt: Bipartisan reforms will strengthen first responder’s crisis response
This new FCC decision isn’t just about technology; it’s about making our community safer. As Chief of Police, I’ve witnessed firsthand the essential role that…
AT&T Supporting Customers Affected by California Fires
As always, our top priority is keeping our customers, their families and first responders connected. Latest Updates Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025, 12:05 p.m. PST READ…