Bill > S2483

This bill aims to ensure the responsible use of advanced robotic technologies. It prohibits the manufacture, modification, sale, transfer, or operation of robotic devices or uncrewed aircraft equipped with weapons within the Commonwealth. The bill also prohibits the use of such devices for threats, harassment, or physical restraint of human beings. Violators would face fines, and the Attorney General can bring enforcement actions. The bill provides exceptions for the Department of Defense, companies that obtain waivers, and government use for explosives disposal or property destruction in emergencies. It also requires law enforcement to obtain a warrant before deploying robotic devices for surveillance or tracking, and makes information on such use subject to public records laws.