FOP Call to Action: Critical Officer Safety Issue, Pass a Clean FirstNet Reauthorization 

Tomorrow, the House Energy and Commerce Committee will hold a markup on H.R. 7386, the “First Responder Network Authority Reauthorization Act,” which would reauthorize the First Responder Network Authority…

Inside the Vision Summit: Shaping What’s Next

The Public Safety Broadband Technology Association (PSBTA) team is busy planning another outstanding Vision Summit and is pleased to announce registration is officially open.
Set for September 14–16, 2026, at…

FirstNet Authority Combined Board and Board Committees Meeting, March 2026

The FirstNet Authority Board will convene an open public meeting of the Board and Board Committees.

Seventy-Three Associations and Organizations Representing Over 5 Million First Responders Back National Effort to Reauthorize FirstNet

To date, more than seventy associations and organizations representing over five million first responders across the country, announced their formal support for the reauthorization of the FirstNet. From…

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, FirstNet Independence: A Governance Case Study, provides…

FirstNet Goes to Washington - Lunch and Learn

Join us for a timely Congressional Lunch and Learn focused on the critical role of FirstNet and advanced communications technology in public safety during natural disasters. Hosted by the Public Safety…

Podcast: Catching Wildfire - Episode 6: Revolutionizing Evacuation Management with Genasys

Genasys is transforming public safety by providing a zone-based, end-to-end communication platform that delivers precise, actionable evacuation instructions to residents in under five minutes.

From…

Webinar - FirstNet Independence: A governance case study

As we are near the time Congress must reauthorize FirstNet, there needs to be a discussion on the review of FirstNet Governance. Join former FirstNet Board Chairs Sue Swenson, Chief Richard Carrizzo, and…

FirstNet - Network Built For First Responders When It Matters Most

When the world holds its breath, first responders run in. FirstNet is the public safety broadband network built for firefighters, EMS, law enforcement, healthcare, and emergency management, delivering…

FirstNet Goes to Washington - Lunch and Learn

Join us for a timely Congressional Lunch and Learn focused on the critical role of FirstNet and advanced communications technology in public safety. Hosted by the Public Safety Broadband Technology…

Podcast: Catching Wildfire - Episode 5: Fire Service Leadership and Wildfire Technology with Chief Fennessy 

In this episode of Catching Wildfire, Chief Jeff Johnson and Chief Kim Zagaris speak with Chief Brian Fennessy about how fire service leadership must evolve to meet modern challenges. The conversation…

Podcast: Catching Wildfire - Episode 4: Sonim Technologies & the Future of Public Safety 

In this episode of Catching Wildfire, Chief Jeff Johnson and Chief Kim Zagaris talk with Michael Coad from Sonim Technologies about new tools transforming wildfire response. They explore thermal imaging…

Massachusetts (Mass.) Communications & Interoperability Summit

Massachusetts (Mass.) Communications & Interoperability Summit
January 22, 2026 @ 9:00 A.M – 4:00 P.M.
MSP Forensic Science Learning Center, 124 Acton Street, Maynard, MA.

Continental Breakfast at 8:30…

Public Safety Broadband Technology Association Applauds FirstNet Authority’s Network Expansion

The Public Safety Broadband Technology Association (PSBTA) welcomes the announcement by the First Responder Network Authority to expand FirstNet through the deployment of more than 135 new purpose-built cell…

Public Safety Leaders Urge Congress to Protect Independent FirstNet Governance

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 15, 2025 The Public Safety Broadband Technology Association (PSBTA) has submitted a formal letter to U.S. Representatives Brett Guthrie…

2025 Vision Summit Brought Together the FirstNet Community

The 2025 Vision Summit, the premier annual event for FirstNet end users, brought together first responders, government agencies, and industry leaders at the Westin Indianapolis Downtown Hotel & Conference…

When Communications are Critical, Marketing Won’t Save You

Every member of the public safety community who’s ever stood in the chaos of an incident knows this truth: communications are our lifeline. We can have the best training and equipment in the world, but if…

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-unanimous support among first responders for reauthorizing the…

Podcast: Catching Wildfire Special Edition

During the 2025 Vision Summit, the Catching Wildfire podcast hosted the leaders representing the FirstNet public/private partnership. Chief Kim Zagaris had the opportunity to sit down with Scott Agnew,…

Podcast: Catching Wildfire Episode 3

On this episode, our hosts, Chief Jeff Johnson and Chief Kim Zagaris, are joined by Chief David Winnacker to discuss the art of strategically staging resources and tools to effectively combat wildfires.…

Podcast: Catching Wildfire Episode 2

Welcome back to Catching Wildfire! On this episode, Chief Jeff Johnson and Chief Kim Zagaris speak with David Blankinship, President of Emergent. David shares how his background has contributed to the…

Podcast: Catching Wildfire Episode1

In this inaugural episode of the Catching Wildfire podcast series, Chief Jeff Johnson (Ret.) and Chief Kim Zagaris are joined by Dr. Neal Driscoll as they discuss the Alert West Wildfire Camera & Sensor…

PSBTA and PSSA Congratulate Arielle Roth Confirmation as the Administrator of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)

On behalf of the Public Safety Broadband Technology Association (PSBTA), Public Safety Spectrum Alliance (PSSA), our members, and industry partners, we would like to to congratulate you on being confirmed by…

How FirstNet Improves Firefighter Communication During Natural Disasters

Learn how FirstNet enhances firefighter communication during natural disasters and emergencies with priority access, deployables, and resilient broadband.

New Technology and Advancements in Fire Communication

Discover how FirstNet’s innovations are transforming fire communication, enhancing safety and coordination for US firefighters.

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 America’s first responders and the extended public safety…

PSBTA and PSSA Congratulate Arielle Roth on Her Confirmation as Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information, and Administrator of the NTIA

On behalf of the Public Safety Broadband Technology Association (PSBTA) and the Public Safety Spectrum Alliance (PSSA), we would like to congratulate Arielle Roth on her confirmation as assistant secretary…

FirstNet, built with AT&T Provides Emergency Communications After Central Texas Flood

The deadly, devastating flash flood that ravaged Central Texas during the July 4th holiday weekend is almost beyond comprehension in its power and cruelty. By Monday, July 7, 2025, the death toll had exceeded…

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 Creek Fire Station #6 in Louisville, Kentucky to discuss…

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 reliability.

PSBTA & PSSA Congratulate  Olivia Trusty on Her Confirmation as a New Commissioner to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

On behalf of the Public Safety Broadband Technology Association (PSBTA) and the Public Safety Spectrum Alliance (PSSA), we would like to congratulate Olivia Trusty on her confirmation as a new Commissioner to…

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 coordination.

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 emergencies.

PSBTA 2025 Vision Summit: Why You Need to Be There!

The 2025 Vision Summit, the premier event for FirstNet end users, is quickly approaching. This is an opportunity to learn more about Internet of Things (IoT), Augmented Reality (AR), Artificial…

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 technology.