SB3593

TELECOMMUNICATIONS THEFT

Introduced·2/5/26
Introduced Text

SB3593 amends the Recyclable Metal Purchase Registration Law to address theft of telecommunications wire and equipment.

SB3593 amends the Recyclable Metal Purchase Registration Law to prohibit the possession, purchase, sale, or attempted purchase or sale of telecommunications wire unless the seller is an authorized agent, representative, or employee of a licensed contractor of a public utility or a provider of telecommunications services. It defines "recyclable metal" to include copper, brass, aluminum, or any combination of those metals found in telecommunications wire or equipment used to provide telecommunications services.

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Where it stands

Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
2
RR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 24

2:00 PM

Senate Criminal Law Committee Hearing

History

Apr 17

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

Apr 16

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Sue Rezin

Apr 13

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Dave Syverson