Bill > HR4759

This bill prohibits federal agencies like the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Defense from using certain military-style unmanned aircraft vehicles (drones) to conduct surveillance on United States persons during protests or civil disobedience. Specifically, the bill bans the use of drones like the MQ-9 Reaper or other high-altitude, long-endurance aircraft capable of flying above 10,000 feet for monitoring civilians. The legislation requires the President to submit annual reports to congressional committees detailing any drone usage, including the purpose, justification, duration, location, equipment, and whether any U.S. persons were surveilled. The reports must explain why a drone was used instead of traditional surveillance methods and provide details about any identified individuals, including how their information was handled and stored. These reports can be submitted in classified form, and the bill applies to fiscal year 2026 and beyond, aiming to protect civil liberties and restrict potentially invasive government surveillance practices during public demonstrations.

Justice

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4759/all-info