The First Responder Network Authority of the United States was created under the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 as an independent authority within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration.

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First Responder Network Authority

First Responder Network Authority's headquarters in Herndon, VA, United States

The Boulder office focuses on technology innovation and policy analysis, supporting secure network solutions.

Boulder

Michael Cannon

Charles Hamilton

Andrew Bielakowski

Paul Madison

Kim Farington

Jim Gwinn

Jeff Bratcher

This department focuses on providing expert guidance and strategic solutions related to public safety initiatives.

Public Safety Advisors

This department oversees organizational policies and strategic direction through board leadership and member engagement.

Board Governance

This department is responsible for overseeing the creation, negotiation, and administration of contracts.

Contract Management

The Engineering and Technical Operations team at the First Responder Network Authority is responsible for the design, deployment, and maintenance of the nationwide high-speed network dedicated to emergency responders. This includes managing network infrastructure, ensuring device compatibility, overseeing cybersecurity, and implementing technological innovations to enhance communication and operational capabilities for first responders across the United States.

Engineering and Technical Operations

This department provides legal advice and oversight to ensure compliance and manage risks within the organization.

Legal Affairs

The Director's Team at the First Responder Network Authority is responsible for overseeing strategic operations, advocacy, market operations, field services, network business, and compliance. This multidisciplinary team ensures the delivery of reliable communication services to first responders, leverages industry partnerships, and maintains regulatory adherence.

First Responder Network Authority

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Teams

Public Safety Advisors

Board Governance

Contract Management

Engineering and Technical Operations

Legal Affairs

Director's Team

Offices

First Responder Network Authority

Org chart

Teams

Public Safety Advisors

Board Governance

Contract Management

Engineering and Technical Operations

Legal Affairs

Director's Team

Offices

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