Securing Our Airspace from Reconnaissance Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:59 PM
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committee on 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 3974, also known as the Securing Our Airspace from Reconnaissance Act of 2023, aims to enhance the security of US airspace by addressing the threat of unauthorized reconnaissance activities. The bill focuses on preventing foreign entities from conducting surveillance or reconnaissance missions over US territory without proper authorization.

Key provisions of the bill include increasing penalties for individuals or organizations found to be engaging in unauthorized reconnaissance activities, as well as providing additional resources to law enforcement agencies to detect and deter such activities. The bill also calls for increased coordination between federal, state, and local authorities to better monitor and respond to potential threats in the airspace.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of protecting the privacy and security of US citizens by ensuring that any surveillance activities conducted in US airspace are done so in accordance with the law and with proper oversight. It also calls for increased public awareness and education on the risks posed by unauthorized reconnaissance activities. Overall, the Securing Our Airspace from Reconnaissance Act of 2023 seeks to strengthen the security of US airspace and protect the privacy and safety of American citizens from potential threats posed by unauthorized surveillance activities.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 3974

Introduced on
2023-06-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+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 Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committee on 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 3974, also known as the Securing Our Airspace from Reconnaissance Act of 2023, aims to enhance the security of US airspace by addressing the threat of unauthorized reconnaissance activities. The bill focuses on preventing foreign entities from conducting surveillance or reconnaissance missions over US territory without proper authorization.

Key provisions of the bill include increasing penalties for individuals or organizations found to be engaging in unauthorized reconnaissance activities, as well as providing additional resources to law enforcement agencies to detect and deter such activities. The bill also calls for increased coordination between federal, state, and local authorities to better monitor and respond to potential threats in the airspace.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of protecting the privacy and security of US citizens by ensuring that any surveillance activities conducted in US airspace are done so in accordance with the law and with proper oversight. It also calls for increased public awareness and education on the risks posed by unauthorized reconnaissance activities. Overall, the Securing Our Airspace from Reconnaissance Act of 2023 seeks to strengthen the security of US airspace and protect the privacy and safety of American citizens from potential threats posed by unauthorized surveillance activities.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

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Latest Action6/9/2023
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdictio...