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Subject: Public-Safety Broadband Network: Congressional Action Required to Ensure Network Continuity [telecom]
Date: Wed, 9 Mar 2022 15:00:21 +0000 (UTC)
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by: Sean Murphy - Wed, 9 Mar 2022 15:00 UTC

Legislation set up an independent authority (FirstNet) to create a
nationwide broadband network for first responders, such as police
officers and firefighters. FirstNet contracted with AT&T to deploy the
network, which will be fully operational in 2023.

But this law terminates FirstNet's authority in 2027, and doesn't
identify another federal agency to oversee network operations or
updates. Without legislative action, the public-safety network will be
at risk and first responders could lose service.

Congress should consider reauthorizing FirstNet before the 2027 end
date to ensure network continuity.

https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-22-104915

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