FirstNet begins building out unified first responders network




Federal Drive with Tom Temin show

Summary: The idea predates Sept. 11, 2001: A uniform, national broadband network to replace the mishmash of radio systems now used by first responders. After decades of work, FirstNet, part of the Department of Commerce, has given AT&T the authority to start actually building out of the network. First Responder Network Authority CEO Mike Poth joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin for an update.