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N.H. Becomes 1st State to Opt Out of National First Responder Network
New Hampshire has become the first state to opt out of FirstNet - a federal program designed to help first responders better communicate across the country.
Governor Chris Sununu announced Thursday that the state will be pursuing an alternative plan with Rivada Networks, rather than the chosen AT&T provider listed under the FirstNet plan.
In a written statement, Sununu said Rivada has the potential to provide “unmatched and near universal coverage” for first responders.
More than thirty states so far have chosen the AT&T plan, including Vermont. All 50 states must decide by Dec 28th.
Read more: http://nhpr.org/post/nh-becomes-1st-state-opt-out-national-first-responder-network