Bill > HB5332

This bill amends the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act to establish new regulations for public entities using drones. The bill requires the state department to create and maintain a publicly accessible registry of unmanned aircraft operated by public entities, which must include details such as the entity's name, operator contact information, aircraft identification (including FAA remote ID), and intended use. The department must also submit an annual report to the legislature about drone operations. Importantly, the bill prohibits public entities from purchasing drones or related equipment from certain countries, businesses, and entities identified on specific federal watchlists, including the Department of Defense, Treasury, and Commerce Department lists. Public entities may only purchase drones from listed entities if the data collected is stored exclusively in the United States and not accessible to third parties. The bill defines "public entity" and "third party" and includes provisions for exceptions. The legislation is tied to another bill (HB 5330) and will only take effect if that companion bill is also enacted into law, suggesting this is part of a broader regulatory approach to drone usage by government agencies.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-5332