On Thursday, Hawaii Governor David Ige signed into law, legislation that establishes a process to upgrade and support next-generation wireless broadband infrastructure throughout the state. The measure (HB 2651) establishes a permitting, application, review, and approval process for small wireless providers or communications service providers to install wireless facilities on state or county solely-owned utility poles, or install associated utility poles, in the right-of-way, according to a summary.
The bill applies to permit applications filed with the state or county after December 31, 2018. Wireless Infrastructure Association President Jonathan Adelstein stated the legislation “will make Hawaii a nationwide leader in developing small cell wireless infrastructure. This cutting-edge technology will deliver economic growth and high-paying jobs by improving broadband access throughout Hawaii.”
June 22, 2018
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