H.R. 5266: 5G Using Previously Granted Rulings that Accelerate Deployment Everywhere Act of 2025

This bill, titled the **5G Using Previously Granted Rulings that Accelerate Deployment Everywhere Act of 2025**, aims to improve the process by which state and local governments handle requests for modifications to existing wireless facilities, particularly those related to 5G technology. The primary changes proposed can be summarized as follows:

1. Timeframe for Processing Requests

The bill amends the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 to establish specific timeframes for processing requests for modifications from wireless service providers. Key points include:

• Local or state governments must act on these requests within **60 days**. If no decision is made by the end of this period, the request is automatically approved.
• If a local government determines that a request does not qualify as an eligible facilities request, they must provide the requesting party with written notice detailing the reasons for their decision and reference specific regulations justifying this determination.
• The timeframe can be temporarily extended (tolling) if the government identifies that the initial request is incomplete or if additional information is required.

2. Definition of Requests

The bill clarifies what constitutes an eligible facilities request, which includes requests for modifications that do not substantially change the physical dimensions of the existing wireless facilities. This aims to streamline and facilitate the process for small changes, encouraging faster deployment of services.

3. Limitations on Documentation

Local and state governments are restricted in the documentation they can require from parties making these requests. They can only ask for information that is explicitly necessary to evaluate whether a request meets eligibility criteria. This removes unnecessary hurdles that could delay the approval process.

4. Enforcement Mechanism

The bill allows parties that believe their requests have not been handled appropriately to take legal action in federal court. Such cases will be expedited, ensuring that disputes can be resolved quickly.

5. Implementation Timeline

If the bill is enacted, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) must implement these changes within **180 days**.

6. Applicability of the Amendments

The amendments would apply to any eligible facilities requests submitted after the bill's enactment. This means that any future requests, after the legislation becomes law, would benefit from the new provisions in terms of processing and documentation requirements.

Relevant Companies

• T (AT&T Inc.) - As a major telecommunications provider, changes in the process for deploying 5G enhancements could considerably affect their operational efficiency and speed of technological upgrades.
• VZ (Verizon Communications Inc.) - Similar to AT&T, Verizon would be impacted by the modifications in legal and administrative processes for improving their wireless infrastructure.
• SBK (Broadband Infrastructure Company) - Companies involved in 5G rollout and infrastructure might see an increase in project pace due to more streamlined approval processes.