[InHam] My last SB 109 update

[Bob Burns K4RXR]

Thanks for the update, David.

Here is the email I sent to Rep. Matt Whetstone's office this morning:

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It's my understanding that SB109 has passed through the House Rules and 
Legislative Procedures committee. This bill would require that local zoning 
ordinances affecting the height and placement of amateur radio antenna 
supporting structures conform to existing Federal rules.

Enactment of this legislation would support the efforts of amateur radio 
operators in the state to provide emergency communications. Amateur radio 
operators provide essential back-up emergency communications for local and 
state emergency management agencies and amateur radio is part of many local 
and state emergency plans. In addition, amateur radio operators provide a 
valuable service to the National Weather Service by supplying eyes in the 
field which can verify severe weather.

Amateur radio operators serve their communities with no compensation for 
their time or equipment. However, local zoning ordinances can hamper their 
efforts by placing unrealistic restrictions on the height and placement of 
antenna supporting structures.

SB109 is scheduled to come before the House later this week. I urge your 
support of this bill.

Thank you.

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Let's hope for smooth passage of SB109.

Bob...