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119-hr-709119th Congress

National Training Center for Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act

Sponsored By: Representative Strong, Dale W. [R-AL-5]

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Summary

Would create national standards for counter-drone training and operator certification. The bill would require the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice to set initial and recurrent training or certification criteria for people who operate counter-unmanned aircraft systems, and it authorizes DOJ to provide training through the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers.

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  • Federal law enforcement and trainers: DOJ training could cover detecting, identifying, monitoring, tracking, disrupting, and seizing control of drones.
  • System operators: Standards would define requirements for initial and recurrent training or certification for those who operate detection and mitigation equipment, including a set renewal frequency.
  • Aviation and airspace: The Federal Aviation Administration must be consulted so standards consider aviation safety, aircraft airworthiness, and impacts on civil aviation before deployments.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

National counter-drone training centers

If enacted, the bill would let the Attorney General, working with the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, provide counter-drone training. It would allow the government to establish or designate one or more training facilities. Training would cover detection and response measures described in the bill. The provision does not set funding levels or create private benefits.

New rules for counter-drone operators

If enacted, the bill would require DHS and the Attorney General to set standards for initial and recurring training or certifications for people who operate counter-drone detection and mitigation systems. The FAA must be consulted about aviation safety, airworthiness, and civil airspace impacts before deployment. The rules must specify how often certifications must be renewed. The provision does not set fees or funding levels.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Strong, Dale W. [R-AL-5]

AL • R

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

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