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NJ A5162
NJ A5162Makes FY2025 supplemental appropriation of $10 million for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Grant Program.
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Introduced
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
In Committee
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The bill supplements the FY2025 appropriations act by appropriating $10 million to the Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness to create a grant program for State and local officials to purchase equipment or training necessary to address sightings of unidentifiable Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), also known as drones. The recent surge in mass sightings of UAS and unexplained usage of this technology in national airspace is disconcerting to the citizens of New Jersey and a potential threat to critical infrastructure. This supplemental appropriation provides needed funds to support State and local law enforcement in safeguarding vital assets and ensuring strict adherence to all regulations and requirements associated with UAS ownership and operation in New Jersey.
AI Summary
This bill provides a fiscal year 2025 supplemental appropriation of $10 million to the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, specifically to the Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, to establish an Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Grant Program. The grant program is designed to help state and local officials purchase equipment and training to address concerns about unidentified drone sightings and potential threats to critical infrastructure. Unmanned Aircraft Systems, commonly known as drones, have recently become a source of public safety concern due to unexplained usage in national airspace. The funds will be used to support law enforcement agencies in safeguarding vital assets and ensuring compliance with UAS ownership and operation regulations. The bill specifies that the appropriation is in addition to the existing annual appropriations act for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and will take effect immediately upon enactment.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee (on 01/14/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5162 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A5500/5162_I1.HTM |
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