The Government Emergency Telecommunications Service (GETS) supports national leadership; federal, state, local, tribal and territorial governments; first responders; and other authorized national security and emergency preparedness (NS/EP) users. It is intended to be used in an emergency or crisis situation when the landline network is congested and the probability of completing a normal call is reduced.
About GETS
The Government Emergency Telecommunications Service (GETS) provides NS/EP personnel priority access and prioritized processing in the local and long distance segments of the landline networks, greatly increasing the probability of call completion.GETS Eligibility
Typical GETS users are responsible for the command and control functions critical to management of, and response to, national security and emergencies, particularly during the first 24 to 72 hours following an event.GETS Costs
There is no charge to subscribe to GETS; the only charge for GETS is usage.Requesting GETS and WPS
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) recommends that individuals requesting WPS also request a GETS card. The registration process will allow you to request both services at the same time.GETS FAQ
Frequently asked questions about GETS.GETS/WPS Documents
A compilation of GETS and WPS forms and related reference materials.Wireless Priority Service (WPS)
WPS supports national leadership; federal, state, local, tribal and territorial governments; and other authorized NS/EP users. It is intended to be used in an emergency or crisis situation when the wireless network is congested and the probability of completing a normal call is reduced.Telecommunications Service Priority (TSP)
Telecommunications Service Priority (TSP) is a program that authorizes national security and emergency preparedness (NS/EP) organizations to receive priority treatment for vital voice and data circuits or other telecommunications services.Emergency Communications Division
Through the Emergency Communications Division, CISA enhances public safety interoperable communications at all levels of government, providing training, coordination, tools and guidance to help partners across the country develop their emergency communications capabilities.Contact
For more information on GETS, WPS or TSP, please contact the DHS Priority Telecommunications Service Center toll free at 866-627-2255, 703-676-2255, or via email at support@priority-info.com. Current Points of Contact can access the GETS/WPS Information Distribution System.
Last Updated Date: January 23, 2020