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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/21/2022
03/21/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to the use of unmanned aerial systems. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill aims to regulate the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in Massachusetts. It establishes that the acquisition of UAVs must be authorized by state or local authorities, and prohibits equipping them with weapons. The bill outlines specific circumstances under which government entities can operate UAVs, such as executing a warrant or responding to an emergency. It also includes data collection and retention limitations, as well as requirements for notifying individuals when their information is collected by a UAV. Additionally, the bill amends existing law to include UAVs under the definition of "aircraft" for the purposes of certain wildlife management activities.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 03/21/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1619 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1619.pdf |
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