This week, the Federal Communications Commission announced the members of its Communications Security, Reliability, and Interoperability Council (CSRIC), including APCO’s Chief Technology Officer Stephen Devine.
Last Days to Vote for the Conference T-Shirt Design!
Early registration ends May 31!
Register for APCO 2026, taking place August 2-5 in San Antonio, before 11:59 p.m. on May 31 to save as much as $100 off the regular price. It’s also time to book your hotel room in order to take advantage of attendee discounts. Then check out the program, list of exhibitors, educational sessions and more to start planning your visit to APCO 2026 and San Antonio.
Expedite Your Certification With APCO Course Bundles
The APCO Institute has introduced a new, more efficient way to train: APCO course bundles. This pilot program brings together some of APCO’s most in-demand online courses into one streamlined registration experience. Three course bundles are currently offered and are open for registration:
- PST 1 + EMD
- PST 1 + PST Instructor
- EMD + EMD Instructor
PSC May/June 2026 Issue Is Online
PSC, APCO’s bi-monthly magazine, is a membership benefit and the authoritative source of information on public safety communications worldwide. This issue includes features on:
- Paws With Purpose
- Night Moves
- Parental Safety Communications
Upcoming Webinars
- Moving Public Safety Communications Forward: A Conversation on Technology, Innovation and What’s Coming Next
May 13, 2026 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET - The Future of 9-1-1: How Cloud- and AI-Native Technology Is Transforming Emergency Communications
May 20, 2026 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
Free for members; $59 for non-members | Worth 1 CDE
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Silent Key: Charlene Fisk
Charlene Fisk, the information and technology coordinator for the Town of Norton (Mass.) was a dedicated Life and Senior Member of APCO International. She passed away May 6, 2026.
Public Safety Supports the Development of Qualcomm’s 5G Device-to-Device Communications Tool
On May 7, the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials International (APCO), together with the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), and the National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA), submitted a filing to the Federal Communications Commission expressing support for Qualcomm Incorporated’s 5G device-to-device “sidelink” communications tool.
Senate Passes 988 Lifeline Location Improvement Act of 2026
Earlier this week, the Senate passed the 988 Lifeline Location Improvement Act of 2026 (S. 3199), directing the Federal Communications Commission to initiate a notice of inquiry and the Government Accountability Office to complete a study and report addressing challenges associated with sending location information with calls to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
Agencies Receive APCO Agency Training Program Accreditation
Public safety agencies use the APCO International Agency Training Program Accreditation as a formal mechanism to ensure their training programs meet APCO American National Standards (ANS).
Young Professional Spotlight: Christie Nash, Hamilton County Emergency Communications District (Tenn.)
In today’s ever-evolving world of emergency communications, the voices behind the headset often go unheard. This spotlight highlights Christie Nash, a dedicated telecommunicator whose journey into public safety reflects both resilience and a deep commitment to her community.
