FirstNet/ATT operates under a 25-year contract to build and manage OUR public safety network (Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network - NPSBN) required under federal law.  Broadly, you must be a member of the public safety community or national security before you are allowed

In critical moments when lives are at stake, reliability is crucial. Untested technologies like 5G network slicing should be tested on commercial networks first—not in public safety where every call counts!  FirstNet is proven!

FirstNet is America’s largest network for public safety, covering over 300,000 more square miles than all other competing carriers. What sets FirstNet apart is that its coverage is shaped by where public safety needs it most. With a robust and reliable network across urban,

Satellite coverage cannot solely replace the need for terrestrial wireless coverage for public safety. Satellite coverage does not work in-building or anywhere without a direct view of the open sky. Currently, the much advertised phone-to-satellite service only supports text

Wildfires in North Carolina are yet another reminder that communities can’t wait for clarity during an evacuation. First Responders and Emergency Managers need real-time tools to collaborate with local, county, and state partners—and to reach the community with clear

FirstNet is the nationwide network dedicated to public safety. It was mandated by Congress, designed by public safety professionals and engineered to protect communities during emergencies. Last Friday, FirstNet CEO Joe Wassel retired. We thank him for his dedicated leadership

Continuity for Public Safety? So much has been written about the departure of Joe Wassel as the CEO of the FirstNet Authority. What I would like to have answered is: Does anyone know the Process for selecting the FirstNet Authority CEO?

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Critical Infrastructure at Risk: Why We Must Support FirstNet Reauthorization We need reliable communications when disaster strikes. FirstNet provides this essential infrastructure, but its authorization is expiring. As someone who values public safety, I'm urging everyone to

Action Needed: Support FirstNet Reauthorization Following up on my previous post about FirstNet's critical importance—as highlighted in a recent Law Enforcement Today article, lawenforcementtoday.com/firstnet-publi…, this vital network needs reauthorization to continue serving our first

After talking with fellow first responders about cellular networks, I realized there's a fundamental misconception about FirstNet worth addressing. Unlike other commercial carriers that scramble to provide bandwidth during crises with tow behinds and temporary solutions,

Politico highlights Verizon and T-Mobile working against Public Safety’s Network - FirstNet Politico carried a story this week titled CAPITOL HILL’S NEXT TELECOM BATTLE in which the reporter highlighted how Verizon and T-Mobile are trying to undermine public safety’s exclusive

FirstNet faces a February 2027 deadline that could shut down America's critical emergency communications network. 7M+ connections. 30K agencies. $8B economic impact. Born from 9/11 lessons, this network keeps our first responders connected when it matters most. Congress must

We need more than a promise! One thing labor and management can all agree on, is the power of a solid contract. Good contracts create accountability, establish clear expectations, and protect our rights. The same principle applies to FirstNet. FirstNet operates under a federal

I’m thrilled to see PSBTA launching their FirstNet education series! As public safety leaders, understanding HOW and WHY our network was built isn't just academic—it's strategic. When you know the design principles behind FirstNet, you can better leverage its capabilities, make

California's 911 Crisis Should Concern Us All What happens when the lifeline we depend on in our darkest moments... fails? This isn't an isolated incident—it's part of a pattern that should alarm us all. California is overhauling its aging, landline-based emergency call system

FirstNet is working! As Congress considers FirstNet's reauthorization, it's worth remembering a simple principle: if it ain't broke, don't fix it. While public safety associations line up in support of FirstNet, some are trying to undermine the system to grab a piece of the