NEWS & PRESS RELEASES
FirstNet Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report to Congress
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Law Enforcement Leaders to Convene at 2026 Vision FirstNet Users Summit on Future of First Responder Connectivity
Law enforcement and other first responders remain the backbone of community safety, consistently stepping into unpredictable and often dangerous situations to protect lives and property. As communities expand and challenges become more complex, the need for well-equipped and highly trained first responders has never been more important, and this vital role is equally dependent on access to a reliable communications network. Their role, and the role of their network, is foundational to the stability, resilience, and safety of the communities they serve.
PSBTA Introduces the “10‑2 Blue Brief” Podcast Spotlighting Cutting‑Edge Technology Keeping Law Enforcement and Communities Safer
A new national podcast is launching that focuses on the future of public safety: 10‑2 Blue Brief: Emerging Tech & Innovation in Law Enforcement. The series dives deep into the tools, platforms, and technologies transforming how agencies prevent crime, respond to emergencies, and protect both officers and the communities they serve. The backbone of each conversation will be FirstNet and its continued impact on law enforcement efficiency and effectiveness at responding to crime.
Howard C. Liebengood Foundation Board Members Retired Chief Terrence Cunningham and Former ATF Assistant Director Jim Pasco, Named Among Washington, D.C.’s Most Influential People
The Howard C. Liebengood Foundation proudly announces that two of its distinguished board members, retired Police Chief Terrence M. Cunningham and former ATF Assistant Director Jim Pasco have been recognized as two of Washington, D.C.’s Most Influential People by Washingtonian magazine for 2026.
Inside the Vision Summit: Shaping What’s Next
We’re proud to offer complimentary registration for Public Safety FirstNet Users & registered PSBTA members at the 2026 Vision Summit.
Set for September 14–16, 2026, at the South Point Hotel in Las Vegas, this year’s Summit will once again bring together a dynamic community of public safety leaders, practitioners, and partners who are shaping the future of communications and collaboration across the nation.
Critical Linx Joins AT&T Alliance Channel as a Solutions Provider, Expanding Connectivity Options for Public Safety
Through participation in the AT&T Alliance Channel, Critical Linx will offer connectivity for public safety, along with select AT&T connectivity solutions, to eligible agencies nationwide.
FOP Call to Action: Critical Officer Safety Issue, Pass a Clean FirstNet Reauthorization
Tomorrow, the House Energy and Commerce Committee will hold a markup on H.R. 7386, the “First Responder Network Authority Reauthorization Act,” which would reauthorize the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) through 2037. FirstNet is an indispensable, nationwide public safety communications network trusted by public safety for its proven reliability and resiliency. The legislation, however, proposes several changes that will hinder FirstNet’s primary objectives and introduce uncertainties that will jeopardize emergency operations, community protection, and public safety.
Inside the Vision Summit: Shaping What’s Next
The Public Safety Broadband Technology Association (PSBTA) team is busy planning another outstanding Vision Summit and is pleased to announce registration is officially open.
Set for September 14–16, 2026, at the South Point Hotel in Las Vegas, this year’s Summit will once again bring together a dynamic community of public safety leaders, practitioners, and partners who are shaping the future of communications and collaboration across the nation.
Seventy-Three Associations and Organizations Representing Over 5 Million First Responders Back National Effort to Reauthorize FirstNet
To date, more than seventy associations and organizations representing over five million first responders across the country, announced their formal support for the reauthorization of the FirstNet. From first responders, to government officials and Tribal entities, all are urging Congress to remove the current sunset clause to ensure long-term stability for the nation’s public safety broadband network.
EVENTS
FirstNet Community Collaboration Forum – Fargo, ND
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. CDT North Dakota State University Louise Auditorium- Barry Hall 811 2nd Ave N Fargo, ND 58102 Interdisciplinary-Inclusive-Interoperability Join us at the PSBTA educational forum, where public safety first...
Vision 2026: FirstNet Users Summit
Robust Discussions with Public Safety Thought Leadership, Industry Leaders, and Hands-On Product Demonstrations to include: Customized Workshops highlighting FirstNet Cutting-Edge Innovations, Products, and Applications. September 14-16, 2026 South Point Hotel Casino...
The Inaugural Howard C. Liebengood Foundation Symposium: The Evolving Law Enforcement Landscape & the First Responder Mental Health Crisis
Law enforcement is operating in one of the most demanding environments in modern history. Shifting public expectations, critical incidents, and ongoing organizational pressures have reshaped the profession, and the impact on officer health and agency stability has...
PODCASTS
Catching Wildfire Podcast – Episode 11 – Advancing Weather Intelligence for Public Safety
The intersection of advanced weather data, artificial intelligence, and field-tested human intuition is revolutionizing how we predict, prepare for, and mitigate wildfire threats.
Catching Wildfire Podcast – Episode 10 – Innovating Incident Command with Tablet Command
Tablet Command is transforming public safety by serving as a unified digital platform that reduces the cognitive load on incident commanders, enabling real-time situational awareness and seamless inter-agency collaboration through a “single pane of glass.”
Catching Wildfire Podcast – Episode 9 – The Future of Fire Resilience
The wildfire crisis in the United States has evolved into a systemic “urban conflagration” problem driven by radiation, necessitating a fundamental shift from reactive firefighting to proactive, engineering-based urban planning and building standards.
Catching Wildfire Podcast – Episode 8 – Autonomous Wildfire Response: Bridging the Gap Between Tech and Adoption
Wildfire prevention is being reimagined through the integration of autonomous aircraft technology, designed to provide rapid response capabilities that can stop fires before they grow out of control.
Podcast: Blue Brief – Episode 1 – FirstNet: Ensuring Critical Connectivity for Public Safety
FirstNet, the nationwide public safety broadband network, has become an essential “digital partner” for law enforcement, and its successful, independent, and self-funded model must be preserved through a clean reauthorization by Congress to maintain critical connectivity for first responders.
Catching Wildfire Podcast – Episode 7: Satellites Revolutionize Wildfire Management
The podcast emphasizes that advanced satellite technology is revolutionizing wildland fire management, shifting the focus from mere detection to comprehensive fire intensity management, enabling proactive decision-making, and fostering a more resilient approach to wildfires.
PSBTA Connect: FirstNet Forums, Podcasts & Webinars
Podcasts & Webinars for First Responders
Technical Solution Podcasts & Webinar Series brings the most current network and technology information to you, our Nation’s first responder as part of our ongoing effort to ensure you are included in the development and evolution of FirstNet – the first and only nationwide public safety communications ecosystem with a dedicated, physically separate network, whose core purpose is to support the first responders. The PSBTA is working in collaboration with FirstNet Built with AT&T to bring the public safety community the latest information on public safety communications and FirstNet in order to provide the opportunity for professionals to collaborate and exchange ideas. Topics discussed at the forums include:
- Cutting edge technology designed to make your job easier and safer;
- Firsthand insights on FirstNet at work in the both emergency and non- emergency settings, and;
- Facilitated Podcasts & Webinar sessions designed to foster a robust discussion on the end-user’s needs and vision for FirstNet.
Please join us and be a part of the growth and evolution of public safety communications through FirstNet, your public safety network.
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FirstNet Community Collaboration Forums
The PSBTA FirstNet™ Community Collaboration Forums are a series of regionalized presentations with panelists from the FirstNet Authority, both national and local team members with FirstNet built with AT&T, ecosystem developers, a federal grants specialist, and a townhall with our board members.
The forums are custom-built to connect you with the leaders in the FirstNet ecosystem. Find the community collaboration forum serving your area and register today to reserve your spot!
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