Officials say FirstNet priority working locally; AT&T coverage favored over Verizon
Agency representatives told visiting GAO staff and meeting participants that FirstNet — the prioritized network for first responders — has performed well locally, with AT&T service reportedly stronger than Verizon and some dead spots remaining.
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Meeting participants recounted a visit from U.S. Government Accountability Office staff who inquired about FirstNet performance. An agency official described FirstNet as the county's prioritized cellular network for first responders and said it generally provides priority access during congested events.
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