Drone Threat Assessment: Enhancing National Security Against Adversary Drones.
This law aims to boost national security by requiring regular assessments of terrorism threats from drones used by hostile nations and groups. It ensures authorities are better prepared to protect citizens, infrastructure, and borders from aerial attacks. Citizens can expect enhanced preventive measures and a quicker response to potential threats.
Key points
Strengthened National Security: The government will annually analyze how adversaries might use drones for espionage, attacks on infrastructure, or civilian populations, aiming to protect the country from emerging threats.
Improved Defense Against Drone Attacks: The act mandates assessing how drones could deliver chemical, biological, or radiological payloads and how to counter drone swarms, enhancing emergency preparedness.
Law Enforcement Training: Police and other agencies will receive specialized training to better recognize and respond to malicious drone use, leading to faster and more effective protection for local communities.
Expert Collaboration: The government will partner with private companies and experts to leverage the latest technologies and knowledge in combating drone-related threats.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6846
Sponsor: Rep. Crane, Elijah [R-AZ-2]
Process start date: 2025-12-18