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Sen. Jana Hughes seeks local sign‑off for broadband grant applicants to reduce overbuilds and zoning conflicts
Summary
Senator Jana Hughes proposed LB176 to require broadband grant applicants to obtain a resolution of support from each affected local political subdivision as part of their application, aiming to reduce overbuild, zoning conflicts and project litigation.
Senator Jana Hughes, who represents District 24, introduced LB176 and an amendment (AM147) that would require applicants for state broadband grants to secure a resolution of support from each affected county, city or village before the Public Service Commission considers the application.
Hughes told the committee that some providers accept state grant awards and then contact local governments only after money is committed, creating conflicts with local zoning and permitting and leading to project delays or litigation. "They are building cell tower towers with these broadband grants," she said, arguing that the lack of prior local…
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