Idaho H0180 amends permitting timelines for broadband infrastructure and pole attachments.
Idaho H0180 amends existing law to streamline the permitting process for broadband infrastructure and pole attachments. It sets specific timeframes for city and county approvals, with automatic approval if no action is taken within the defined periods. The bill also establishes rules for the Idaho Public Utilities Commission to regulate rates and conditions for pole attachments when companies cannot agree. The changes aim to reduce delays and increase broadband deployment in Idaho. The act includes provisions for judicial review and takes effect July 1, 2025.
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