To prevent the misuse of drones, and for other purposes.
Summary
What This Bill Does
The bill requires drone offenses Part I of title 18, United States Code, is amended— in section 39B(a)— in paragraph (1)— by striking operation of, an aircraft and inserting the following: operation of— (A)an aircraft and requires misuse of unmanned aircraft. It relies on definition changes, compliance mandates, exemptions, and procurement rules. The main policy areas are Environment, Native American Tribes, Energy, and Civil Rights.
Who Benefits and How
Water infrastructure operators and water users affected by the bill could face lower compliance burdens, Tribal governments and members affected by the bill could face lower compliance burdens, and Environmental and public health interests affected by the bill could face lower compliance burdens.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause would take on compliance duties.
Key Provisions
- Requires drone offenses Part I of title 18, United States Code, is amended— in section 39B(a)— in paragraph (1)— by striking operation of, an aircraft and inserting the following: operation of— (A)an aircraft.
- Requires misuse of unmanned aircraft.
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
The bill requires drone offenses Part I of title 18, United States Code, is amended— in section 39B(a)— in paragraph (1)— by striking operation of, an aircraft and inserting the following: operation of— (A)an aircraft and requires misuse of unmanned aircraft.
Key Policy Areas
Environment, Native American Tribes, Energy, Civil Rights
Primary Purpose
The bill requires drone offenses Part I of title 18, United States Code, is amended— in section 39B(a)— in paragraph (1)— by striking operation of, an aircraft and inserting the following: operation of— (A)an aircraft and requires misuse of unmanned aircraft.
Policy Domains
Whole bill
Identified Gains
- Water infrastructure operators and water users affected by the bill
- Tribal governments and members affected by the bill
- Environmental and public health interests affected by the bill
- Electric utilities and power customers affected by the bill
Identified Costs
- Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
IntroducedMr. Gallagher (for himself, Mr. Gottheimer, Mr. Gooden of Texas, …
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