WIRELESS CONSUMER INFRASTRUCTURE CHANGES

SB 164 amends New Mexico's Wireless Consumer Advanced Infrastructure Investment Act to include cities, counties, and state agencies as "authorities" responsible for processing wireless infrastructure permits. It clarifies that "right of way" excludes state highways, private easements, and certain utility areas, defining where wireless equipment can be installed. These changes aim to streamline permitting by providing clearer definitions for wireless providers and local governments managing infrastructure deployment.