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Broadband communications prioritization and interoperability guidance for law enforcement

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In 2018, law enforcement agencies gained access to a federally funded and managed, interoperable first responder broadband communications network, the Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network (NPSBN), known as FirstNet. FirstNet was supposed to result in simple solutions for agencies seeking interoperability. For various reasons, this has not happened. Every law enforcement and first responder agency has legacy systems and equipment for mobile broadband uses and is faced with a complex set of decisions about its broadband communications infrastructure. Several competitors to FirstNet have emerged and are competing for a share of the public safety broadband market, causing confusion for end users. In addition, to make decisions regarding broadband communications systems, many agencies need assistance to understand the technical differences between various options. To address the dizzying array of providers, capabilities, and options for the future, RAND researchers developed practical knowledge to inform agencies about available broadband options and opportunities, governance issues, funding options, costs, and barriers to implementation. This report is intended to help law enforcement executives, their staff, and their city or county communications technology providers chart a course forward that optimizes the systems they have now while better integrating technologies for enhanced interoperability.

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Chapter One: Introduction -- Chapter Two: Methodology -- Chapter Three: Understanding Core Communications Technologies -- Chapter Four: Governance and Operational Requirements -- Chapter Five: Funding and Acquisition -- Chapter Six: Broadband Communications Costs for Law Enforcement Agencies -- Chapter Seven: Barriers and Issues -- Chapter Eight: Conclusions and Key Takeaways -- Appendix A: Current and Emerging Broadband Technologies -- Appendix B: Full Results of Coverage Modeling -- Appendix C: Glossary.

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Harrison, Bob (Law enforcement consultant). Broadband communications prioritization and interoperability guidance for law enforcement

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  • Date: 2026-09-11T20:19:45.355538+00:00
  • Agent: cbc
  • Status: c
  • Derived from: 24033244

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  • Date: 2026-09-11
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