This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the Division of Highways to promulgate 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 now officially authorized under the existing legal framework. The primary aim of this legislation is to facilitate the installation and management of small wireless facilities within the rights-of-way managed by the Division of Highways, thereby enhancing infrastructure for wireless communication. This amendment reflects a growing need for improved wireless services and infrastructure development in the state.

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Introduced Version: 64-8-1