2017 Senate Bill 637 / 2018 Public Act 365

Cap allowable fees for 'small cell wireless' systems

Introduced in the Senate

Oct. 19, 2017

Introduced by Sen. Joe Hune (R-22)

To establish a regulatory framework for installing small cell wireless phone and internet systems in public right of ways. These systems reportedly place small wireless internet transmitters on power line poles and other existing infrastructure to provide cell phone and device access without needing expensive towers. The bill would cap the amount the state and local governments could charge for zoning, permits and other fees imposed on these "5G" networks.

Referred to the Committee on Environment, Energy, and Technology

March 13, 2018

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

March 14, 2018

Amendment offered

To clarify some provisions and add definitions.

The amendment passed by voice vote

March 15, 2018

Passed in the Senate 33 to 3 (details)

Received in the House

March 15, 2018

Referred to the Committee on Energy Policy

Oct. 4, 2018

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Nov. 28, 2018

Passed in the House 74 to 35 (details)

To establish a regulatory framework for installing small cell wireless phone and internet systems in public right of ways. These systems reportedly place small wireless internet transmitters on power line poles and other existing infrastructure to provide cell phone and device access without needing expensive towers. The bill would cap the amount the state and local governments could charge for zoning, permits and other fees imposed on these "5G" networks.

Signed by Gov. Rick Snyder

Dec. 12, 2018