S5639-118

Introduced

To extend the authority for the protection of certain facilities and assets from unmanned aircraft.

118th Congress Introduced Dec 20, 2024

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Summary

What This Bill Does
This bill extends the authority for DHS and DOJ to take countermeasures against unmanned aircraft (drones) that threaten protected facilities. The current authorization was set to expire December 20, 2024; this bill extends it to September 30, 2025, providing about 9 additional months of authority.

Who Benefits and How
The Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice can continue intercepting, disabling, or destroying drones that pose threats to protected assets. Airports, government buildings, and critical infrastructure maintain protection from drone incursions. The public benefits from continued security at sensitive facilities without a gap in authority.

Who Bears the Burden and How
Drone operators near protected facilities continue to face restrictions and potential countermeasures if their drones enter restricted airspace. No new burdens are created—this simply extends existing authority.

Key Provisions
- Changes expiration date from December 20, 2024 to September 30, 2025
- Extends Section 210G of the Homeland Security Act of 2002
- Maintains existing Counter-UAS authorities without modification
- Provides approximately 9 months of additional authorization

Evidence Chain:

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At a Glance

What This Bill Does

Extends counter-drone (Counter-UAS) authorities for the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice from December 20, 2024 to September 30, 2025.

Key Policy Areas

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Aviation Security

Primary Purpose

Extends counter-drone (Counter-UAS) authorities for the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice from December 20, 2024 to September 30, 2025.

Policy Domains

Homeland Security Law Enforcement Aviation Security

Legislative Progress

Introduced
Introduced Committee Passed
Dec 20, 2024

Mr. Peters (for himself, Mr. Johnson, Mr. Kim, and Mr. …

Bill Structure & Actor Mappings

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Domains
Homeland Security Law Enforcement

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