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LA HB536
Bill
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kimberly Coates
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AI Summary
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Establishes a "school proximity zone" defined as within 1,000 feet of any elementary or secondary school property boundary
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Requires new freestanding wireless towers in school proximity zones to maintain a setback from school buildings of at least 110% of the tower height
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Mandates applicants demonstrate good faith efforts to colocate on existing structures (towers, utility poles, water towers, rooftops) before constructing new towers near schools
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Requires a conditional use permit for new freestanding towers in school proximity zones, with review based on structural integrity, fall radius, fire code compliance, emergency vehicle access, and security fencing
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Tower operators must provide emergency contact information to nearby schools, certify annual structural inspections, and coordinate disaster response planning upon request
Legislative Description
Provides requirements relative to the location of wireless communication facilities with respect to school property, including permitting requirements
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Commerce.
3/9/2026