The FCC issued details for its hoped-for public safety wireless broadband network on Wednesday. Bureau chief James Barnett noted that the FCC is asking for between $12 billion and $16 billion to fund the program, which also seeks approval of a next-generation 911 emergency service. The FCC also examined technical design, operation and evolution of the nationwide network to be based on 700 MHz spectrum.
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FCC Seeks up to $16 Billion for Public Safety Broadband Network
By: News Report on March 18, 2010
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