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FirstNet Board Approves Draft RFP Documents, Third Public Notice with Emphasis on Continued Public Safety Consultation

April 24, 2015

For Immediate Release: April 24, 2015
Media Contact: Ryan Oremland (703) 648-4114 or (202) 770-5761; ryan.oremland@firstnet.gov

RESTON, VA – The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) Board today approved the framework of FirstNet’s proposed acquisition approach to deploy the nationwide public safety broadband network (NPSBN) and authorized the release of a Special Notice requesting feedback on draft Request for Proposals (RFP) documents.

FirstNet Extends Comment Period for Second Notice

March 31, 2015

RESTON, VA – The First Responder Network Authority (“FirstNet”) today announced that it is extending the comment period for its recently released Second Notice to ensure interested parties, including states and territories, have additional time to provide meaningful responses. Comments will now be accepted through April 28, 2015.

Written Testimony of FirstNet Board Chairwoman Sue Swenson before the Senate Commerce Science and Transportation Committee

March 11, 2015

FirstNet Chairwoman Sue Swenson testified before the Senate Commerce Science and Transportation Committee today at a hearing titled "Three Years Later: Are We Any Closer To A Nationwide Public Safety Wireless Broadband Network?" In her testimony, Chair Swenson outlined both the progress and challenges in establishing a nationwide public safety broadband network. The testimony also points out the robust consultation and outreach that FirstNet has taken to coordinate with the public safety community at all levels of government to ensure the network is deployed throughout the nation, including in rural communities.

FirstNet Board Approves Release of Second Public Notice and Seeks Comments

March 9, 2015

RESTON, VA – As part of its ongoing efforts to consult with stakeholders, the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) Board today approved for release a second Public Notice (Second Notice) seeking comment on important interpretations of FirstNet’s enabling legislation, including public safety customer, operational, and funding considerations related to states or territories assuming responsibility for radio access network (RAN) deployment.

FirstNet Board Makes Major Strides Toward Acquisition Strategy; Johnson Appointed Vice Chair

December 10, 2014

SALT LAKE CITY - The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) Board today addressed key findings from the input provided by stakeholders in response to the Request for Information (RFI) and Public Notice that closed in late October. FirstNet leadership said the open Board meeting held today at the Salt Lake City Police Department further illustrates its transparent approach to developing a comprehensive acquisition strategy for the nationwide public safety broadband network (NPSBN).

Written Testimony of TJ Kennedy Acting General Manager First Responder Network Authority

November 18, 2014

Before the Committee on Homeland Security Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response and Communications United States House of Representatives Hearing on “Interoperable Communications: Assessing Progress Since 9/11” November 18, 2014

FirstNet Finance Committee Gives Go-Ahead To Fund Key RFP, Consultation Activities in FY15

November 17, 2014

RESTON, VA – The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) Finance Committee today approved Fiscal Year 2015 (FY15) funding guidance that supports program roadmap activities in the areas of Request for Proposal (RFP) development for the purpose of identifying and negotiating key private-public partnership arrangements; network planning and development; consultation with regional, state, tribal, and local jurisdictions; and organizational operations and infrastructure. The Finance Committee held a special meeting via a public teleconference during which it unanimously approved Resolution 8.

FirstNet Completes Successful Request for Information and Public Comment Period

October 28, 2014

WASHINGTON, DC - The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) has closed the window for responses to its September 17 Request for Information (RFI). FirstNet also closed the comment period for a Public Notice that was published in the Federal Register on September 24. Both the RFI and the Public Notice allowed stakeholders, including public safety professionals, regional, state, tribal and local jurisdictions, and the vendor community, to provide input and ideas on the development of the nationwide public safety broadband network (NPSBN).

FirstNet Board Takes Action Toward Achieving Program Roadmap Milestones

September 17, 2014

RESTON, VA – The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) Board took key steps today to ensure the continued success of its strategic program roadmap and enable FirstNet to move toward a comprehensive acquisition strategy for the nationwide public safety broadband network. The FirstNet Board approved resolutions designed to generate valuable perspectives from public safety, industry, and the general public on important foundational issues regarding the development of the network.

FirstNet Board Members Appointed by U.S. Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker: Member Statements

September 4, 2014

Thursday, September 4
Today, Commerce Secretary Pritzker announced the appointment of six individuals to serve on the Board of the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet). The following Board members have provided statements on the appointments:

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