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Aircraft Law Update: Penalties for Manned Aircraft Only.

This bill clarifies that penalties for aircraft destruction or piracy will only apply to manned aircraft. This means that drones or other unmanned aerial vehicles will not be subject to these specific criminal provisions. This change may affect how law enforcement handles incidents involving different types of aircraft.
Key points
Penalties for aircraft destruction will only apply to manned aircraft.
Aircraft piracy laws will exclusively apply to manned aircraft.
Drones and other unmanned aircraft will not be covered by these specific criminal penalties.
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Print number: 119_HR_3478
Sponsor: Rep. McGuire, John J. [R-VA-5]
Process start date: 2025-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Manned Aircraft Clarification Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3478.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Penalties for aircraft destruction will only apply to manned aircraft.
  • Aircraft piracy laws will exclusively apply to manned aircraft.
  • Drones and other unmanned aircraft will not be covered by these specific criminal penalties.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McGuire, John J. [R-VA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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