This bill amends and reenacts section 64-8-1 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to authorize the Division of Highways to create a legislative rule concerning small wireless facilities located on Division of Highways rights-of-way. Specifically, it references the legislative rule filed in the State Register on July 23, 2024, identified as 157 CSR 13, which is established under the authority of 31H-2-3 of the code. The bill aims to streamline the process for the Division of Highways to manage and regulate small wireless facilities within its rights-of-way, thereby facilitating the deployment of such technologies. This legislative change is intended to enhance infrastructure development while ensuring compliance with state regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-8-1