MO HB1928

Political subdivisions cannot require removal or relocation of communication service provider infrastructure lawfully located on private property or utility poles unless they pay the owner's reasonable compliance costs.

Exemption applies when infrastructure poses a clear and present danger to public health or safety due to being in a state of disrepair, where the political subdivision bears no cost obligation.

Exemption applies if the political subdivision and infrastructure owner have an existing franchise agreement governing relocation.

Defines "communication service provider" to include wireless service providers, broadband/internet protocol providers, video service providers, and other communications-related service providers.

Defines "wireless service provider" as a provider of commercial mobile service under the Federal Wireless Telecommunications Act of 1996.