WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 -- Sen. Deb Fischer issued the following press release:
Today, during a hearing on the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Media, Chairman Deb Fischer (R-NE) questioned leading network providers and first responder policymakers on the oversight structure of FirstNet, the nationwide wireless network designed to ensure first responders can communicate reliably during emergencies.
Fischer questioned whether additional market incentives within the FirstNet system would be feasible not only to spur innovation, but also to give public safety agencies the best possible coverage and choice amongst providers. At the same time, Fischer highlighted the critical need to maintain strict network security with any...