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MS SB2375

Bill

Status

Failed

3/8/2017

Primary Sponsor

Willie Simmons

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Origin

Senate

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of safety marking requirements for anemometer towers from July 1, 2017 to July 1, 2021.

  • Requires anemometer towers 50 feet or higher located outside municipalities to be marked with aviation orange and white alternating bands on the top one-third of the tower.

  • Mandates two marker balls attached to and evenly spaced on each outside guy wire, and safety sleeves at anchor points extending seven feet along each guy wire.

  • Requires ground anchor point areas of at least 64 square feet with contrasting appearance to surrounding vegetation, and fencing if the adjacent land is grazed.

  • Violation of marking requirements is classified as a misdemeanor.

Legislative Description

Safety marking requirements on certain anemometer towers; extend repealer on.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

3/8/2017

Committee Referrals

Public Utilities2/21/2017
Agriculture1/16/2017

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