First Responder Network Authority Reauthorization Act of 2026
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Summary
The bill reauthorizes the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) through September 30, 2037, and changes how the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) can approve its actions. It requires more frequent reporting, gives the NTIA authority to approve or reject certain decisions, and adjusts the composition and term staggering of the Authority’s board. These changes aim to keep the nationwide public‑safety broadband network functional and accountable.
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