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, which is identified as 157 CSR 13. The intent of the bill is to provide the necessary legal framework for the Division of Highways to manage and regulate the installation and operation of small wireless facilities within its rights-of-way, thereby facilitating the deployment of advanced telecommunications infrastructure. This amendment is part of a broader effort to enhance connectivity and support technological advancements in the state.

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Introduced Version: 64-8-1