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Grants for US-Made Drones to Inspect Critical Infrastructure and Train Workers.

This Act establishes two grant programs aimed at improving the safety and condition of critical infrastructure like bridges and power grids. State and local governments will receive funds to purchase and use drones for faster and safer inspections, directly impacting public safety. Additionally, money will be allocated to educational institutions to train a new workforce in drone technology, creating job opportunities.
Key points
Governmental entities will receive grants to use drones for inspecting and repairing critical infrastructure (roads, power grids, dams), enhancing public safety and asset maintenance.
Funding is restricted to drones manufactured in the US, excluding technology from specific foreign entities (China, Russia), supporting domestic industry and national security.
Educational institutions will receive grants to develop training programs for workers specializing in drone operation for infrastructure maintenance, fostering new career paths.
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Print number: 118_HR_3593
Sponsor: Rep. Stanton, Greg [D-AZ-4]
Process start date: 2023-05-22