FirstNet Reauthorization - Public Safety Broadband Technology Association

First Responder Network Authority’s Autonomy: The True Success of FirstNet

The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) was created by Congress in 2012 as an independent authority to build, operate, and sustain …

PSBTA Team March 7, 2026

FirstNet Independence: A governance case study

ublic safety leaders across the country are closely watching the future of FirstNet as Congress moves toward reauthorization. Our recent webinar, Fir…

PSBTA Team February 20, 2026

PSBTA releases survey on First Responder Support for FirstNet Reauthorization

Las Vegas, NV (November 10, 2025) – A new bipartisan national survey commissioned by the Public Safety Broadband Technology Association finds near-u…

PSBTA Team November 10, 2025

Public Safety Professionals Advocate for FirstNet Reauthorization in 2027

Born from the communications issues that were experienced by public safety teams during the 9/11 attacks, FirstNet is the single dedicated network for…

PSBTA Team July 25, 2025

Public Safety Leaders Join Congressman Brett Guthrie in Urging FirstNetReauthorization

At a roundtable hosted by Chief Nathan Mulvey President of the Kentucky Association of Fire Chiefs, many public safety leaders gathered Monday at Fern…

PSBTA Team July 7, 2025

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4.9 GHz Public Safety Spectrum Explained | PSBTA

Explore what the 4.9 GHz public safety spectrum is, how it's used by agencies, and how FirstNet uses 4.9 GHz to drive innovation and communication rel…

James Careless June 23, 2025

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PSAP & Emergency Communications Centers Explained | PSBTA

Learn what ECCs and PSAPs are, how they support 911 and emergency response, and why FirstNet is essential for enhancing dispatcher communication and c…

James Careless June 16, 2025

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Why FirstNet is the #1 Network for First Responders

Discover why FirstNet is the #1 network for first responders — offering priority access, secure communications, and unmatched reliability in emergen…

James Careless June 10, 2025

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How FirstNet Reinvestment Is Transforming First Responder Communications

Discover how FirstNet reinvestment enhances communication for first responders with expanded coverage, 5G advancements, and mission-critical technolog…

James Careless May 14, 2025

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Interoperable Communications for Public Safety | PSBTA

Discover the importance of FirstNet interoperability in public safety, ensuring seamless interoperable communication for first responders during emerg…

James Careless May 9, 2025