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Don’t forget! Tonight at 10pm eastern on Facebook and Twitter we will be live for Open Mic. Have your funny 9-1-1 stories ready and if you have any funny clips, please send them to wttpodcast@gmail.com. RT
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We know this is a stressful time for #911 and all #firstresponders, and sometimes you need someone to talk to. You are not in this fight alone! Text FRONTLINE to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis counseling. #ForTheFrontlines #ThankYou911 @CrisisTextLine
For the Frontlines
Healthcare and essential workers on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic deserve free, 24/7 crisis counseling at their fingertips.
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Proud of #California and the @CAGovernor for supporting our fellow states in need of ventilators. We are the United States of America—and our governors are making that clear, even if @realDonaldTrump doesn’t. #BeatTheVirus
Messages on a shipment of ventilators from California.
Thank you to the people of California and Gov. Newsom.
We are so moved by the outpouring of support & solidarity 💪
At the April 23 Open Meeting, the Commission will consider a Report and Order that would modernize the Low Power FM Radio rules to provide more flexibility for licensees. Details here: https://go.usa.gov/xvgrz #MediaModernization
Four in ten teens have not attended a distance learning class since in-person school has ended. Many of them can’t connect because they don’t have internet access. Shame on the FCC for not stepping up to fix this problem and close this #homeworkgap. (h/t @CommonSense)
Simple phone calls are surging. We’re craving human voice in this crisis.
The Humble Phone Call Has Made a Comeback
The volume of phone calls has surged more than internet use as people want to hear each other’s voices in the pandemic.
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The FCC has announced a number of efforts to keep Americans connected during the #COVID19 pandemic. Learn more at #KeepAmericansConnected
Keep Americans Connected
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the challenges that many Americans will face in the coming months, FCC Chairman Ajit Pai recently announced ...
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#Seniors: Join in on this weekly opportunity to get your #COVID19 questions answered and hear about resources available to you to stay healthy. Today’s session focuses on coping and maintaining well-being while staying home.
Live AARP Coronavirus Tele-Town Hall
Join us on Thursday at 1pm (ET) for our weekly expert Q&A event where you'll get the latest information on COVID-19.
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We need tests, not county classifications. The fact that @realDonaldTrump is trying to ease #SocialDistancing guidance for #coronavirus without the data to support his claims harms some of the most vulnerable among us and should alarm every single American.
Democratic reps are asking Trump/HHS not to issue region-specific social distancing guidelines while testing is still scarce in some communities. https://thehill.com/homenews/house/491923-democratic-reps-ask-trump-not-to-issue-region-specific-social-distancing#.Xo81TZuos_U.twitter
We could all use some connection right now. Luckily, @theriveterco has something in store. This Friday April 10th at 2 PM PST join me for a discussion about the #homeworkgap, #digitaldivide and life online during the coronavirus. RSVP here:
The Riveter
The Riveter is an online community for working women and allies. Members are invited to:Connect With OthersJoin Groups to connect with others who shar...
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Scam Alert: A recent scam text claims the “FCC Financial Care Center” is offering $30,000 in #COVID19 relief to consumers. This is not true. Don’t reply or click on any links in such texts. Learn more about this scam & others preying on #coronavirus fears:
COVID-19 Consumer Warnings and Safety Tips
As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to impact the United States, phone scammers have seized the opportunity to prey on consumers
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Today, the FCC provided a limited waiver to TV broadcasters to enable them to air live and taped same-day local content, like religious services, during time slots regularly dedicated to children’s programming. #KeepAmericansConnected #COVID19 https://go.usa.gov/xvDXh
ICYMI: FCC has issued guidance to help health care providers navigate the application process for the newly established $200 million #COVID19 Telehealth Program. Learn more about eligibility & application requirements here: #telehealth #coronavirus #NPHW
Guidance on the COVID-19 Telehealth Program Application Process
Guidance on the COVID-19 Telehealth Program Application Process
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New blog: "Federal Report Estimates Extent of Interoperability Challenges for 9-1-1." We will continue our efforts to ensure that ECCs can seamlessly exchange 9-1-1 calls and related data with other ECCs and on to responders in the field.
Federal Report Estimates Extent of Interoperability Challenges for 9-1-1 | APCO International
By Jeff Cohen This won‘t come as news to anyone working in public safety communications, but 9-1-1 faces significant interoperability challenges...
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The Commission has released the tentative agenda for the April 23 Open Meeting. Read it here: #FCCGov #5GFAST
April 2020 Open Commission Meeting
Chairman Pai announced that the following items are tentatively on the agenda for the April Open Commission Meeting:
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In the face of a crisis, civilians count on you. And you can count on #FirstNet – purpose-built to help you execute your plan during emergency situations
I know it’s late but I want to thank my panelists and everyone who joined us for round 1 of the Dispatcher’s Roundtable. As soon as the replay went up on Facebook the broadcast already had 2.2k views. Thank you for making this important discussion a success. Cheers! RT
