This bill grants municipalities the authority to regulate the construction, deployment, and operation of 5G wireless facilities within their jurisdictions. Specifically, it repeals the existing chapter on personal wireless service facilities and introduces a new chapter, RSA 12-K, which allows municipalities to deny the establishment of 5G towers. Under the new provisions, municipalities must provide a detailed written decision for any denial, citing reasons related to public health, safety, environmental impacts, and local zoning ordinances. The decision must comply with state and federal laws and be supported by substantial evidence.

Additionally, the bill allows municipalities to create local regulations and procedures to enforce these provisions, ensuring they align with state and federal law. It also establishes an appeals process for applicants who are denied the construction of 5G facilities. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage and is projected to have a minimal fiscal impact of less than $10,000 annually from 2025 to 2028.