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MD HB1225

MD HB1225
Local Government - Regulation of Amateur Radio Station Antenna Structures


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Introduced
02/07/2020
In Committee
03/13/2020
Crossed Over
03/12/2020
Passed
Dead
03/18/2020

Introduced Session

2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Declaring the intent of the General Assembly to codify a certain federal regulation concerning preemption of local regulation of amateur radio station antenna structures; establishing certain requirements that apply to a county or municipal ordinance regulating amateur radio station antenna structures; applying the Act to all counties and municipalities; etc.

AI Summary

This bill codifies federal regulations that preempt local ordinances from regulating amateur radio station antenna structures. It establishes certain requirements for county or municipal ordinances, including that they cannot preclude amateur radio communications, must reasonably accommodate them, and constitute the minimum practicable regulation to accomplish the ordinance's legitimate purpose. The bill applies to all counties and municipalities in Maryland and takes effect on October 1, 2020.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Referred Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs (on 03/13/2020)

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