Posts From Agency Representative
FCC Takes Steps to Facilitate Mobile Broadband wnd Next Generation Wireless Technologies in Spectrum Above 24 Ghz
October 29, 2015The FCC took steps today to maintain United States leadership in wireless by proposing new rules for wireless broadband in wireless frequencies above 24 GHz. These proposed rules are an opportunity to move forward on creating a regulatory environment in which these emerging next-generation mobile technologies – such as so-called 5G mobile service – can potentially take hold and deliver benefits to consumers, businesses, and the U.S. economy.
Read full articleHumility: Why It’s Your Best Leadership Tool and How to Develop It
September 24, 2015Not so long ago, our culture really (really) admired people with big egos.
Read full article7 Characteristics of the Best of the Best in Customer Service
September 24, 2015Pick up any ad and there’s probably a line of type or two of how well you’ll be treated when you shop or call there.
Read full articleFirstNet Board Reviews Key Milestones Along Program Roadmap Toward Final RFP for the Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network (NPSBN)
June 4, 2015The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) Board met this week to ensure the continued success of its Strategic Program Roadmap (Roadmap) and the deployment of a nationwide public safety broadband network (NPSBN). During FirstNet Committee and Board meetings held yesterday and today, the Board reviewed key Roadmap milestones in the areas of acquisition, finance, technology, and consultation, which are critical for the development of a final Request for Proposal (RFP) for the network.
Read full articleIAFC President: FirstNet is Critically Important to Public Safety
March 11, 2015Keith Bryant, IAFC president and chairman of the board, today testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation that FirstNet’s goal of building a nationwide public-safety broadband network to meet first responders’ needs is critically important for public safety.
Read full articleFCC & DHS Issue Joint Bulletin for First Responders on Signal Jammers
January 6, 2015The Federal Communications Commission and Department of Homeland Security have issued a joint bulletin on cellular, GPS, Wi-Fi and other signal jammers. Signal jammers are illegal and can interfere with operational channels commonly used by first responders, disrupting vital communications or affecting emergency operations.
Read full articleClosing the 9-1-1 Location Accuracy Gap
December 19, 2014Closing the gap in wireless indoor location accuracy is one of the highest-priority issues for the FCC. With the public’s help, we will achieve a good result that strengthens the 9-1-1 safety net for all Americans.
Read full articleFCC Names David Waterman Chief Economist
November 14, 2014Waterman joins the Commission from Indiana University at Bloomington, where he is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Telecommunications.
Read full articleThe Code Green Campaign Brings Awareness to PTSD and Suicide in Public Safety
October 16, 2014The Code Green Campaign is working hard at #savingpublicsafety from PTSD, suicide, and other mental health issues by raising awareness amongst responders and the public.
Read full articleInterim Ebola Virus Disease Guidance for 9-1-1 PSAPs, EMS and Medical First Responders Now Available
October 3, 2014Guidance for handling inquiries and responding to patients with suspected Ebola symptoms, and for keeping workers safe.
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