SkyFoundry Program: Rapid Drone Development for US Defense
This act establishes the SkyFoundry Program to accelerate the development and production of small unmanned aircraft systems for the military. This signifies investment in new defense technologies, potentially impacting national security and industrial growth. The program aims to enhance US defense capabilities through innovation in unmanned aerial systems.
Key points
Creation of government-owned innovation and production facilities for drones, capable of producing one million units annually.
Utilization of existing military facilities and collaboration with private companies, academic institutions, and non-profit entities.
Streamlining procedures and accelerating the development and acquisition processes for new defense technologies.
Ensuring the US government retains intellectual property rights and technical data for systems developed under the program.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2506
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2025-07-29