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This bill seeks to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish comprehensive training and certification standards for counter-UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) operations. Specifically, the bill authorizes the Attorney General, in coordination with the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), to create training programs and facilities for personnel who will operate counter-drone detection and mitigation systems. The legislation requires establishing standards for initial and recurring training that carefully consider potential impacts on aviation safety, civilian airspace use, and aircraft operations. The bill mandates that training programs include interagency coordination protocols and specify the frequency of required training or certification renewals. Key definitions are provided for unmanned aircraft and unmanned aircraft systems, drawing from existing federal code. The goal is to create a standardized, safety-focused approach to training personnel who will be responsible for detecting and mitigating potential drone-related security threats in various operational contexts.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/709/all-info