Anna Eshoo actually said...

"Now, more than 11 years after our Nation was attacked, it is the First Responder Network Authority, or FirstNet, who has been tasked with the build-out and maintenance of a network that will transform..."

"To ensure that FirstNet remains on track, leverages the expertise of the communications sector, and does not repeat the mistakes that have plagued public safety communications for decades, I expect th..."

"First, consistent with statute, FirstNet must ensure equipment used on the network is built to open, non-proprietary, commercially available standards."

"FirstNet is here to stay and it is part of our responsibility to ensure it is efficient and well implemented."