Neal Dunn: “I am grateful to be here in support of this bipartisan, commonsense bill to reauthorize the First Responder Network…”

“I am grateful to be here in support of this bipartisan, commonsense bill to reauthorize the First Responder Network Authority. The First Responder Network Authority, known as FirstNet, was established by Congress with a clear objective in mind: to build a preemptive network for the first responders that they can rely on in any emergency. The brave men and women who risk their lives day in and out for our communities deserve nothing less than a resilient and dependable communication system. FirstNet has delivered on this promise, and today, it is the backbone of public safety communication in the United States. The authority governing FirstNet is set to expire in February 2027. Without proper action, we are putting the safety of our first responders and our communities at risk. This crucial legislation would extend that authority through September 2037, giving FirstNet the long-term certainty it needs to continue investing in our Nation's safety.”