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 outlines the regulations for these facilities. The bill aims to enhance the regulatory framework for small wireless facilities, ensuring that the Division of Highways has the necessary authority to manage their installation and operation within highway rights-of-way. This legislative action reflects a growing need to accommodate advancements in wireless technology while maintaining safety and infrastructure integrity.

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Introduced Version: 64-8-1