To create mechanisms by which state law enforcement can coordinate with the federal government to detect and stop drones involved in unlawful activities, and for other purposes.

12/21/2024, 9:05 AM
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Homeland Security, and Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 hr 10555, also known as the "State Law Enforcement Drone Coordination Act," aims to establish a framework for state law enforcement agencies to work together with the federal government in order to identify and prevent the use of drones in illegal activities. The bill seeks to address the growing concern over the misuse of drones for criminal purposes, such as smuggling contraband, conducting surveillance, or even carrying out terrorist attacks.

Under this legislation, state law enforcement agencies would be required to develop protocols and procedures for detecting and intercepting drones engaged in unlawful activities. This would involve coordinating with federal agencies, such as the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Aviation Administration, to share information and resources in order to effectively combat the misuse of drones.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for training state law enforcement officers on how to identify and respond to drone-related threats, as well as guidelines for the use of counter-drone technology. It also establishes a reporting mechanism for state agencies to provide information on drone incidents to the federal government. Overall, the State Law Enforcement Drone Coordination Act aims to enhance collaboration between state and federal authorities in order to better protect the public from the potential dangers posed by drones used for illegal purposes.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 10555

Introduced on
2024-12-20

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Homeland Security, and Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 hr 10555, also known as the "State Law Enforcement Drone Coordination Act," aims to establish a framework for state law enforcement agencies to work together with the federal government in order to identify and prevent the use of drones in illegal activities. The bill seeks to address the growing concern over the misuse of drones for criminal purposes, such as smuggling contraband, conducting surveillance, or even carrying out terrorist attacks.

Under this legislation, state law enforcement agencies would be required to develop protocols and procedures for detecting and intercepting drones engaged in unlawful activities. This would involve coordinating with federal agencies, such as the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Aviation Administration, to share information and resources in order to effectively combat the misuse of drones.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for training state law enforcement officers on how to identify and respond to drone-related threats, as well as guidelines for the use of counter-drone technology. It also establishes a reporting mechanism for state agencies to provide information on drone incidents to the federal government. Overall, the State Law Enforcement Drone Coordination Act aims to enhance collaboration between state and federal authorities in order to better protect the public from the potential dangers posed by drones used for illegal purposes.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo create mechanisms by which state law enforcement can coordinate with the federal government to detect and stop drones involved in unlawful activities, and for other purposes.

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Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Homeland Security, and Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of su...