Bill > S4007

Introduced Session

This bill prohibits the operation of unmanned aircraft systems, commonly referred to as drones, in a manner that interferes with airports or military activity. Under current law, it is a fourth degree crime for a person to knowingly or intentionally operate an unmanned aircraft system in a manner that interferes with a first responder who is actively engaged in response or actively engaged in air, water, vehicular, ground, or specialized transport. Under the provisions of this bill, it is also a fourth degree crime for a person to knowingly or intentionally operate a drone in a manner that interferes with the operation of any airport in this State. The bill further provides that it is a fourth degree crime for a person to knowingly or intentionally operate a drone in a manner that interferes with any military operation or activity. The bill defines "military" as the armed forces of the United States, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard, the National Guard and any other reserve component of the armed forces, and the merchant marine when organized under the federal law as a public military force. A fourth degree crime is punishable by imprisonment of up to 18 months, a fine of up to $10,000, or both.

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Jon Bramnick (R)*,  Tony Bucco (R)*, 

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 01/14/2025)

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