The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) board approved a $253 million budget for fiscal year 2022.

AT&T announced that it had expanded 5G coverage for the FirstNet network to 10 more cities across the country.

The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) released a request for information (RFI) seeking input on off network communications.

The 70’s TV show “Emergency!” introduced the concept of paramedics to millions of viewers and inspired thousands to become EMS practitioners themselves. Now, the two stars of the show are co-producing a documentary, called “Into the Unknown” to tell the story of today’s paramedic, following a pandemic that strained the nation’s healthcare system and revealed the critical role that paramedics play in caring for their communities.

FirstNet and Safe Environment Engineering are providing the Los Angeles City Fire Department (LAFD) and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health with new capabilities and reliable access to critical information while in the field.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program recently awarded funding to two companies to develop an in-building coverage analysis system (ICAS) that leverages existing first responder radio and smartphone technology to enhance accessibility to wireless service.

AT&T reported second-quarter results that showed continuing customer growth in wireless and fiber, as well as strong cash flows.

AT&T announced four new solutions for the FirstNet network, including a new mission-critical push-to-talk (MCPTT) solution and improved interoperability and security capabilities.

The second quarterly Third Generational Partnership Project (3GPP) Plenary e-meetings of 2021 recently concluded. The group focused on the completion of Release 17 (R17) stage 2 (architecture) work and preparation for prioritization of features for R18. The group declared the stage 2 work frozen, while allowing some work items to continue into the third quarter of 2021. At this time, the R17 stage 3 (protocol) freeze date remains on schedule for March 2022.

During a man-made or natural disaster, getting messages out can sometimes be hindered due to an overload of communication by those in the area. This roadblock can have devastating consequences if first responders are unable to efficiently communicate with each other and direct emergency resources to the areas that need it most. To help overcome this obstacle, Penn State University Police and Public Safety (UPPS) is connecting its police officers and other key personnel to FirstNet.