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Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Creates the Civilian Enforced No-Fly Zone Act. Provides that an individual who owns or lawfully occupies private property in the State is authorized to disable or destroy an unmanned aerial vehicle that is operating over the individual's property at an altitude of less than 400 feet without the individual's permission. Provides immunity from civil or criminal liability unless an individual intentionally causes harm to persons or property in the process of disabling or destroying an unmanned aerial vehicle under the Act. "Unmanned aerial vehicle" means any aircraft that is operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft. "Private property" means land or structures owned by individuals, including residential, agricultural, and commercial properties.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Civilian Enforced No-Fly Zone Act, establishes legal protections for property owners in Illinois who want to defend their airspace from unauthorized drone activity. The legislation defines an "unmanned aerial vehicle" (UAV) as any aircraft operated without direct human intervention and allows property owners to disable or destroy drones flying below 400 feet over their property without permission. Property owners are granted immunity from civil or criminal liability when taking such actions, provided they do not intentionally cause harm to persons or property during the drone interference. The bill covers various types of private property, including residential, agricultural, and commercial land and structures, effectively giving individuals the right to protect their airspace from unwanted drone surveillance or incursion. By providing clear legal parameters for drone interference, the bill aims to address growing privacy and property rights concerns related to increasing drone technology use.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Assignments (on 02/06/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1840&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB1840.htm |
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