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US HR5640

US HR5640
SAFE Drones Act Stop Acquiring Foreign Espionage Act of 2021


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Introduced
10/20/2021
In Committee
10/20/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To ban the Federal procurement of certain drones and other unmanned aircraft systems, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the Stop Acquiring Foreign Espionage (SAFE) Drones Act of 2021, aims to ban the federal procurement and use of covered unmanned aircraft systems (drones) that are manufactured or assembled by foreign adversaries. The bill defines "covered unmanned aircraft systems" and "foreign adversaries," and outlines certain exemptions for national security, research, and other purposes. Additionally, the bill prohibits the use of federal funds to purchase or operate such foreign-made drones, requires agencies to account for existing inventories of these systems, and directs the Office of Management and Budget to establish a government-wide policy for UAS procurement. The bill also includes a sunset provision to end the restrictions after 5 years.

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Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. (on 10/20/2021)

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