Bill > S10490

This bill prohibits government divisions and private entities from using information gathered by Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) systems to charge fees to owners or operators of aircraft that fly within the state. ADS-B is an advanced aviation technology that uses an aircraft's positioning, avionics, and ground infrastructure to provide surveillance data, including location, altitude, and speed, to air traffic control and other aircraft, and can also provide weather and traffic information to pilots. The bill specifically defines "aircraft" for its purposes as those weighing 12,500 pounds or less and operating under a specific federal regulation (Title 14, part 91, Code of Federal Regulations). While this data cannot be used for fee collection, the bill clarifies that it can still be used for essential purposes like air traffic control, aviation safety, search and rescue, accident investigations, law enforcement with a warrant or under specific urgent circumstances, and compliance with federal aviation rules.