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MA S1348

Relative to the use of unmanned aerial systems


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
02/26/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to the use of unmanned aerial systems. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to regulate the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in Massachusetts. It defines "unmanned aerial vehicle" and "critical infrastructure facility," and sets out the requirements and limitations for the lawful operation of UAVs by government entities and officials. The bill prohibits the use of UAVs equipped with weapons and requires authorization for the acquisition of UAVs. It also restricts the operation of UAVs over critical infrastructure facilities and sets out specific requirements for the collection, use, and retention of data obtained through UAV surveillance. The bill also requires reporting and disclosure requirements for the use of UAVs under certain circumstances.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 02/26/2018)

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