Streamlining Broadband Deployment

Proportional Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act This bill excludes certain requests to modify an existing wireless tower or base station from specified environmental and historic preservation review requirements. Specifically, the bill applies to certain requests to modify an existing wireless tower or base station by collocating, removing, or replacing transmission equipment. In particular, the bill specifies that such projects are not considered major federal actions under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 or undertakings under the National Historic Preservation Act. This excludes the projects from relevant reviews required under those acts.

1. This bill aims to speed up the process for building broadband facilities by reducing regulatory hurdles. 2. It removes the need for certain environmental and historical reviews for eligible broadband projects. 3. Local governments can still control the placement and construction of wireless facilities but must not discriminate against providers. 4. The bill encourages improvements in personal wireless service without allowing local governments to block them. 5. It includes provisions for timely consideration of federal applications related to broadband infrastructure.