HI HB624

Exempts broadband-related infrastructure installation from state and county permitting requirements, including small wireless and wireline facilities on utility poles, provided certain conditions are met.

Requires 30 days' advance notice to the director of commerce and consumer affairs before installation, with exceptions for public utilities and government entities providing access to existing rights-of-way.

Defines "small wireless or wireline facilities" with specific volume limits (3 cubic feet per antenna, 6 cubic feet total for antennas; 21-35 cubic feet for associated equipment depending on structure type).

Permits upgrade or replacement of existing utility poles during new telecommunications cable or facility installation if weight capacity and safety standards are maintained.

Allows states and counties to charge reasonable, nondiscriminatory fees for facilities on publicly-owned utility poles, not to exceed rates permitted under Federal Communications Commission rules.