FCC Unveils Order Allowing FirstNet to Operate in 4.9 GHz Band
Opponents said the decision 'will be challenged and will be litigated.'

Opponents said the decision 'will be challenged and will be litigated.'
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22, 2024 – The Federal Communications Commission released an order Tuesday that would give AT&T’s FirstNet access to portions of the 4.9 GigaHertz band.
The order would allow a band manager, once selected by the agency, to apply for a nationwide license and to enter into a sharing agreement allowing FirstNet, the nationwide first responder network operated by AT&T, to operate in any unassigned portions of the band. Incumbent license holders would be able to enter similar arrangements with FirstNet if they choose.
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