STOP Illicit Drones Act

Hozzl · 2024-03-12T11:42:27Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1830 STOP Illicit Drones Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Transportation and Public Works. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/12/2024, 11:42 AM

Summary of Bill S 1830

The STOP Illicit Drones Act, also known as Bill 118 s 1830, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the growing concern of illicit drone activity in the United States.

The bill aims to enhance the ability of law enforcement agencies to detect, track, and mitigate the threat posed by unauthorized drones. It proposes the establishment of a pilot program to test and evaluate technologies that can detect and counter illicit drone activity.

Additionally, the STOP Illicit Drones Act seeks to increase penalties for individuals who operate drones in restricted airspace or use drones for illegal activities. It also includes provisions for the Department of Homeland Security to collaborate with other federal agencies and industry stakeholders to develop best practices for drone detection and mitigation. Overall, the STOP Illicit Drones Act is designed to protect public safety and national security by addressing the risks associated with unauthorized drone activity. It is currently under review in Congress, and its potential impact on drone regulation and enforcement remains to be seen.

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Current Status of Bill S 1830

Bill S 1830 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 6, 2023. Bill S 1830 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 6, 2023. Bill S 1830's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of June 6, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1830

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Transportation and Public Works

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1830

STOP Illicit Drones Act

Stemming The Operation of Pernicious and Illicit Drones Act

A bill to prohibit the Federal Aviation Administration from awarding any Federal assistance to entities from certain foreign countries for projects related to unmanned aircraft systems, and for other purposes.