FirstNet Authority

The latest news releases and notices from the First Responder Network Authority

The FirstNet Authority is an independent agency within the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) FirstNet.gov

The mission of FirstNet is to establish, operate, and maintain an interoperable public safety broadband network.

FirstNet Resources

FirstNet Certified Applications for Public Safety: FirstNet Apps Catalog

FirstNet Notices & Events

November 2024

Register to Attend: Register 5×5

About 5×5

5×5 is a three-day summit that brings together leaders in public safety, academia, government, and industry. Every year, attendees:

*Design the future of first responder communications.

*Network and share ideas with fellow leaders in the field.

*Try out the latest innovations in public safety communications technology.

*Explore research breakthroughs and new ideas for R&D.

*Learn how technology is being used by responders in the field today.

*Interface with two federal agencies — the FirstNet Authority and NIST PSCR.

With keynote, plenaries, live technology demos, and numerous breakout sessions and deep-dive discussions, this year’s 5×5 summit will expand your knowledge and understanding of proven and emerging tech for public safety while informing future R&D and building connections with other leaders in the field.

March 2024

FirstNet Authority Board Meeting – Wednesday, March 6, 2024 11:00 AM – 1:00PM Pacific

FirstNet Authority March Board Meeting

California FirstNet Contact

Kevin R. Nida, Fire Battalion Chief (Ret.)
Senior Public Safety Advisor
First Responder Network Authority
U.S. Department of Commerce
Kevin.Nida@FirstNet.gov

The Southern California Chapter of APCO Intl.