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Senate backs measure to let licensed electricians inspect weatherheads to speed post-storm power restoration

General Government Operations and Appropriations · January 27, 2026
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Summary

Bill 217-38 COR was placed into third reading after lawmakers agreed to allow licensed electricians (not only master electricians) to perform weatherhead inspections and certifications, a move sponsors say will reduce wait times and costs after storms; questions remained about Guam Power Authority’s written requirements.

Lawmakers advanced Bill 217-38 COR to the third reading file after a floor exchange over how to reduce delays restoring household power after storms.

Sponsor remarks said the bill authorizes licensed electricians — in addition to master electricians — to inspect and certify weatherheads for code compliance and…

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