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APCO CEO and Executive Director Mel Maier Testifies in Congress on FirstNet Reauthorization
On January 28, APCO CEO and Executive Director Mel Maier testified before the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation’s Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Media at a hearing titled “On the Front Lines of Connectivity: Examining FirstNet’s Role in Public Safety.”
APCO interacts with the federal government through:
- Advocating for NG9-1-1 funding
- Increasing recognition and support for public safety telecommmunicators
- Ensuring 9-1-1 location accuracy
- Protecting public safety spectrum
