All 50 U.S. States, 2 Territories and the District of Columbia Opt-In to FirstNet

AT&T has announced that all 50 US states are participating in its public safety network called FirstNet. The FirstNet network is available to first responders starting today, and it’ll be improved over coming years. AT&T says it will build the foundation next year, adding Band 14 for more capacity and coverage, as well as identifying and hardening “certain critical sites” in states, including places where natural disasters are likely. FirstNet could also get a 5G upgrade in the future.

“Our FirstNet offering will forever change the way first responders communicate,” said Chris Sambar, senior vice president, AT&T – FirstNet. “Securing 53 opt-ins is significant for the public safety personnel that this network will serve. And we’re honored to give first responders across the country quick access to this life-saving solution.”

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