The bill amends the existing law regarding the construction and remodeling of school buildings in Michigan by adding a new section, Sec. 1e. This section prohibits the installation of specific telecommunications equipment, including 4G and 5G antennas and related support structures, within 1,500 feet of school buildings. The restrictions apply to new or existing school buildings and include a ban on main transmission antennas, large support equipment, and support antennas, unless the equipment was installed before the effective date of the amendment.

However, the bill allows for the installation of small internet routers, provided they do not weigh 15 pounds or more and are not exclusively used for 4G or 5G service. The definitions for 4G and 5G technologies are also included in the new section. Overall, the bill aims to enhance safety and welfare in school environments by regulating the proximity of certain telecommunications equipment to school buildings.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 388.851, 388.855