Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Bureau of Land Management Gets Industry Backing For Streamlining

By Leslie Stimson, Inside Towers Washington Bureau Chief 
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) proposed to amend its existing regulations to streamline processes for applications and grants under its communications uses program. The changes would affect easements, leases, licenses, and permits.

The Wireless Infrastructure Association supports BLM’s efforts. More than 35 percent of rural Americans lack access to broadband services with minimally acceptable speeds, according to BLM. WIA said in filed comments it agrees with BLM that “by making it easier for industry to collocate in and on existing communications facilities or build out new communications infrastructure on public lands, the BLM can play a strong role in increasing connectivity throughout the United States.” Continue Reading

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