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This bill modifies existing federal grant programs to explicitly allow law enforcement agencies to use funds for purchasing and operating unmanned aircraft systems (drones) to support public safety efforts. Specifically, the bill amends two key grant programs: the Byrne Grants and the COPS (Community Oriented Policing Services) Grants, which provide federal funding to state and local law enforcement agencies. Under the changes, agencies can now use these grant funds to buy and operate drones that are defined according to the standard federal definition in Title 49, Section 44801 of the United States Code. The bill does not create new funding but rather expands the permissible uses of existing grant money, giving law enforcement agencies more flexibility in acquiring drone technology for public safety purposes. The legislation is formally known as the "Directing Resources for Officers Navigating Emergencies Act of 2025" or the "DRONE Act of 2025", signaling its focus on enhancing law enforcement capabilities through drone technology.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1058/all-info