Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act of 2025

HR 1617, the Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act of 2025, streamlines approval processes for wireless infrastructure modifications that improve network resilience and public safety. It requires state and local governments to automatically approve eligible requests - such as adding backup power, hardening towers, or replacing equipment - within 60 days if no decision is made, and prohibits them from demanding excessive paperwork beyond publicly listed requirements. The bill directly affects wireless companies seeking minor tower modifications and local governments handling these requests. Key provisions include a strict 60-day approval timeframe, clear rules for "ineligible" denials, and enforcement allowing companies to sue for violations in federal court. It applies only to changes that don’t alter a tower’s physical size, focusing on upgrades that enhance public safety or network reliability.