An Act to eliminate double utility poles and authorize municipal enforcement

This bill allows cities and towns to pass local rules banning double utility poles (poles holding multiple utility lines) after a 12-month transition period. Municipalities can enforce this through ordinances, imposing fines of up to $2,500 per violation on the pole owner for non-compliance. It directly affects utility companies and property owners responsible for maintaining these poles, aiming to streamline infrastructure by requiring single poles where feasible. The change applies to local enforcement mechanisms under existing state law, not federal or state-level mandates.