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To amend the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 to reauthorize the First Responder Network Authority.
12/30/2022, 4:33 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6768
Bill 117 hr 6768, also known as the First Responder Network Authority Reauthorization Act, aims to amend the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 in order to reauthorize the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet).
FirstNet was established in 2012 to provide a dedicated, nationwide communications network for first responders, such as police, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel. The network is designed to improve communication and coordination during emergencies and natural disasters.
The reauthorization of FirstNet is crucial to ensure that first responders have access to a reliable and secure communications network. The bill seeks to provide funding and support for the continued operation and maintenance of FirstNet, as well as to enhance its capabilities and expand its reach. By reauthorizing FirstNet, Congress aims to strengthen the nation's emergency response capabilities and better protect the safety and well-being of both first responders and the general public. The bill is an important step towards ensuring that our first responders have the tools and resources they need to effectively carry out their vital duties.
FirstNet was established in 2012 to provide a dedicated, nationwide communications network for first responders, such as police, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel. The network is designed to improve communication and coordination during emergencies and natural disasters.
The reauthorization of FirstNet is crucial to ensure that first responders have access to a reliable and secure communications network. The bill seeks to provide funding and support for the continued operation and maintenance of FirstNet, as well as to enhance its capabilities and expand its reach. By reauthorizing FirstNet, Congress aims to strengthen the nation's emergency response capabilities and better protect the safety and well-being of both first responders and the general public. The bill is an important step towards ensuring that our first responders have the tools and resources they need to effectively carry out their vital duties.
Congressional Summary of HR 6768
This bill repeals provisions terminating the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) and the Government Accountability Office reporting requirement for such termination. The FirstNet mission is to deploy, operate, maintain, and improve the first high-speed, nationwide wireless broadband network for first responders.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6768
Bill HR 6768 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 18, 2022. Bill HR 6768 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 18, 2022. Bill HR 6768's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology. as of February 21, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6768
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
20Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6768
Primary Policy Focus
Emergency ManagementAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6768
To amend the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 to reauthorize the First Responder Network Authority.
To amend the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 to reauthorize the First Responder Network Authority.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6768
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