2017-12-22

Connecticut Opts in to FirstNet

Source: FirstNet
Curated by: Gert Jan Wolf - Editor-in Chief for The Critical Communications Review

Connecticut is modernizing communications technology for its first responders. Today, Governor Dan Malloy announced his decision to accept the First Responder Network Authority* and AT&T** plan to deliver a wireless broadband network to the state’s public safety community. FirstNet will bring advanced tools that will help Connecticut’s first responders save lives and protect communities. “When disaster strikes, communication is critical to the safety of Connecticut residents,” Governor Malloy said. “After careful analysis and consideration of the FirstNet proposal, it became clear that opting in was in the best interests of our state and our first responders. This network will enhance communications for Connecticut’s first responders by providing priority access during disasters or emergencies.”

https://www.firstnet.gov/news/connecticut-transform-communications-public-safety