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MO SB650
Bill
AI Summary
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Establishes the "Uniform Wireless Communications Infrastructure Deployment Act" to streamline deployment of wireless communications facilities and broadband services throughout Missouri.
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Prohibits local authorities from denying or imposing unreasonable restrictions on wireless facility applications, including bans on requiring analysis of alternative locations, dictating technology types, removing existing structures, or charging fees exceeding $500 for collocation or $1,500 for new structures.
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Sets specific timelines for authority review: 120 days for new wireless support structures, 120 days for substantial modifications, and 45 days for collocation applications; applications are deemed approved if authorities fail to act within these periods.
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Adds 30-day public hearing requirement for collocation applications on certified historic structures and requires market-rate leasing on public lands, with disputes resolved through appraisal if parties cannot agree within 90 days.
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Limits moratoriums on wireless facility permitting to six months maximum and requires legislative acts establishing moratoriums to state reasonable grounds; preserves applicants' inability to compel property owners to lease land or collocate facilities.
Legislative Description
Modifies provisions relating to wireless communications infrastructure deployment
Last Action
Signed by Governor
3/20/2014