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Drone Safety Act: Report on UAS Use and Countermeasures by Public Agencies.

This Act mandates the Comptroller General of the United States to produce a detailed report on the use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) by Federal, State, local, and Tribal agencies, and the systems developed to counter them. The report aims to assess how drones are being used, identify legal gaps in countering drone threats, and address privacy concerns related to their deployment. Citizens will gain transparency regarding how law enforcement utilizes drones, including those sourced from adversarial nations, impacting public safety and personal data protection.
Key points
Requires a comprehensive report on the deployment and use of drones by all levels of government agencies, including law enforcement, to assess security and privacy impacts.
The report will investigate the number of drones purchased from adversarial nations and the cost restrictions preventing the use of domestically produced equipment.
Analysis of existing authorities, policies, and protocols governing drone use, specifically focusing on privacy protections for citizens.
Recommendations for legal and policy changes needed to improve agencies' ability to successfully counter threats posed by unauthorized drones.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6605
Sponsor: Rep. Vasquez, Gabe [D-NM-2]
Process start date: 2025-12-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Secure Our Skies Drone Safety Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6605.

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 2025-12-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires a comprehensive report on the deployment and use of drones by all levels of government agencies, including law enforcement, to assess security and privacy impacts.
  • The report will investigate the number of drones purchased from adversarial nations and the cost restrictions preventing the use of domestically produced equipment.
  • Analysis of existing authorities, policies, and protocols governing drone use, specifically focusing on privacy protections for citizens.
  • Recommendations for legal and policy changes needed to improve agencies' ability to successfully counter threats posed by unauthorized drones.
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. Vasquez, Gabe [D-NM-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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