Bill > AB2043

This bill establishes the Countering Unmanned Aircraft Systems Task Force within the Office of Emergency Services, which is the state agency responsible for emergency response. This task force, to be created by January 1, 2027, will develop a statewide strategy to protect important locations like large public gatherings and critical infrastructure from threats posed by unmanned aircraft systems, commonly known as drones. The task force will include representatives from various public and private entities, such as law enforcement, fire departments, emergency managers, and even major sports leagues and amusement park associations, to ensure a comprehensive approach. Its main goal is to improve the state's ability to detect, track, and counter drone threats, providing public safety agencies with the necessary resources and training to address these risks. The bill also declares itself an urgency statute, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage to address the pressing need to prepare for and mitigate potential drone-related dangers.

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