FirstNet Authority

Official page of the First Responder Network Authority; Fed gov't org overseeing the nationwide public safety broadband network. Follows/RT not endorsements.

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5x5 is BACK! Join us at the APCO Public Safety Innovation Summit featuring 5x5!

December 1-2, @APCOintl and the FirstNet Authority unite public safety, government, industry, and academia to shape the future of responder communications. Register: https://t.co/OPOhVbIwI0

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August is National Emergency Management Awareness Month!

The FirstNet Authority is honored to work with emergency managers nationwide who are strengthening readiness, building resilience, and preparing communities for whatever comes next: https://t.co/TnWHPNl1bw

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5G and FirstNet are taking public safety communications further and faster, but do you know how we got here? 🎥Watch now!

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In the geographically isolated Northern Mariana Islands, it's important to always have a plan. Learn how local public safety is exploring satellite-to-device service to stay connected.

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The @APCOIntl Public Innovation Summit featuring 5x5 is where public safety pros meet the tech shaping tomorrow. The future isn’t just coming—it’s being built by you.

Register today to be part of the innovations redefining how communities stay safe: https://t.co/OPOhVbIwI0

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Read how the FirstNet Authority gave the clean assist to public safety during the largest single-sport event in history - the World Cup.
https://t.co/bsvmEB5HAB

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Today is the last day to nominate public safety communications leaders for the FirstNet Authority public safety awards! Don’t miss your chance to honor the people and agencies who keep your community safe.

https://t.co/7JapxB38CC

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Large-scale events demand large-scale preparations.

Learn how the @CityofDallas prepared for this summer's largest events—the World Cup and America250—all during hurricane season: https://t.co/lPfiu7asbh

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This is the last week to nominate the leaders who protect their communities using public safety broadband. Don't wait — submit your nomination today at https://t.co/7JapxB38CC.

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Mount Rushmore was a key destination for #America250 celebrations. Read how local first responders used FirstNet’s state-of-the-art equipment to enhance connectivity and keep everyone safe: https://t.co/EMIV7h6EXd

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A new FirstNet 5G cell site is closing a critical coverage gap in Horseshoe Beach, Florida. Learn how FirstNet Authority investments are bringing reliable connectivity to this hurricane-prone region: https://t.co/LC0oxP4HOo

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Live from 5x5, it's our latest episode of the Public Safety First podcast!🎙️

Public safety leaders from Arizona, Indiana, and Oregon share how they are pairing broadband LTE with traditional LMR to improve emergency comms. Listen at https://t.co/TGrh6FoOHv.

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Today, the FirstNet Authority Board Chair joined public safety leaders to announce a FirstNet cell site in Horseshoe Beach, Florida. This 5G site is the direct result of FirstNet Authority investments in the network, expanding coverage where public safety needs it.

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In 2023, Hyannis Fire Department's Chief Burke received the FirstNet Authority's first Patriot Award, recognizing those who leverage FirstNet to enhance safety within their communities.

Nominate the trailblazing patriots who keep your community safe at https://t.co/KycFwUltHq

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Happy 250th, America! Thank you to all of our first responders who are serving their communities and keeping our nation safe today and every day.

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This holiday weekend, we want to hear about the patriots in your life. Nominate a hero who saves lives using public safety broadband for the 2026 Patriot Award at https://t.co/KycFwUltHq

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Today, we honor wildland firefighters across the nation who give their all in service every day. We salute those who have fallen and remain deeply grateful for the sacrifices they and their families make to help protect our communities.

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For search and rescue teams, drones are a force multiplier. See how @NashuaPolice and Mason Police Department hosted a drone competition to put local agencies’ drone navigation skills to the test and exchange ideas on drone operations. Learn more at https://t.co/Y7iMddN7WO

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Nominate a hero in your community who you think deserves to be honored for their leadership and dedication in public safety communications at https://t.co/KycFwUltHq

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Enhancing FirstNet starts by listening to public safety. The FirstNet Authority collects feedback to inform future network investments.

Learn how to get involved and share your feedback at https://t.co/FVvUJhLELJ.