28 States Passed Small Cell Legislation for 5G Deployment

To date, 28 states have successfully enacted legislation to modernize and streamline state rules for small cell deployment. This legislation allows for expedited deployment of small cells in the public right-of-way in a responsible and sustainable manner. These carefully crafted and balanced laws reflect the innovative changes in technology for the deployment of 5G. These

Momentum Builds around Wireless Installations at Military Facilities

Wireless connectivity has been an important tool for U.S. military forces going back generations. Today, keeping service members and their families connected and leveraging wireless capabilities for operational efficiency on military bases is as important as ever. A variety of recent news and announcements highlighting partnerships between military services and the wireless industry highlight this

WIA Supports Hawaii Governor’s Veto of Anti-REIT Legislation

Statement from WIA President and CEO Jonathan Adelstein in support of Hawaii Governor Ige’s veto of SB 301, anti-REIT legislation: “The wireless infrastructure industry is pleased that Governor Ige has vetoed SB 301. This anti-investment legislation would have had a negative impact on Hawaii’s wireless future and 5G deployment. Much of the infrastructure supporting today’s

WIA Praises FCC for Moving Forward with Largest Spectrum Auction to Date to Speed 5G Deployment

ARLINGTON, Va. – The Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA) commends Chairman Pai and the Federal Communications Commission for beginning the process for the largest spectrum auction to date. The spectrum that will be auctioned includes portions of the 37 GHz, 39 GHz, and 47 GHz bands, which will help speed 5G deployment.    “WIA is pleased that

WIA Lauds Wisconsin as 27th State to Enact New Small Cell Law

ARLINGTON, Va. – The Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA) commends Governor Tony Evers for signing Wisconsin’s small cell bill into law. This measure, S.B. 239, will help facilitate 5G deployment in Wisconsin. “Wisconsin now becomes the 27th state to become 5G ready after Governor Evers signed this small cell deployment framework into law. This legislation gives