Committee adopts amendment and hears presentation on small-cell deployment bill
Senate Bill 602, intended to create a uniform framework for small-cell wireless deployments ("5G" small cells), had an amendment adopted and drew questions about rural deployment and municipal fees; sponsor said the bill clarifies use of existing cable lines and avoids duplicative charges.
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Senate Bill 602 cleared an amendment and received sponsor presentation in the Insurance & Commerce Committee. The amendment clarifies two main points: (1) use of lines currently used by cable companies to support small-cell devices and (2) cleanup language the highway department sought regarding ultimate authority.
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