• February 8, 2024

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FirstNet Authority board members recently voted unanimously to fund the completion of the FirstNet system’s ability to deliver full 5G services to public-safety subscribers.

“The FirstNet Authority is making a major investment in public safety and the next generation of their network,” said Chief Richard Carrizzo, FirstNet Authority Board Chair. “With the initial buildout now complete, we are focused on continuing the growth and evolution of the network, based on public safety’s evolving needs.”

During the meeting, board members approved two resolutions. Resolution 116 stipulates that the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) investment fund will more than double during fiscal year 2024, to $546.57 million. To reach this total, the resolution states that the FirstNet Authority anticipates collecting $285.69 million that will be added to the existing $260.88 million in the investment fund.

“This investment is the next major milestone in the FirstNet Authority’s efforts to expand and upgrade public safety’s network,” said Joe Wassel, FirstNet Authority Executive Director and CEO. “We are accelerating the evolution of FirstNet’s 5G capabilities and making sure the network continues to deliver the innovation and reliability that first responders need, now and in the future.”

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Sources:

lightreading.com/mobile-core/firstnet-pledges-further-investments-into-5g

firstnet.gov/newsroom/press-releases/firstnet-authority-board-approves-investment-network-evolution