HR 709 119th Congress House In Committee

National Training Center for Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act

Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation. · Jan 24, 2025

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Legislative Summary

National Training Center for Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to establish training and qualification standards for counter-unmanned aircraft systems, commonly referred to as counter-drone systems. Specifically, DHS and DOJ, in coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration, must establish standards for initial and recurrent training programs or certifications for individuals seeking to operate counter-drone detection and mitigation systems, equipment, or technology. Further, DOJ, in coordination with DHS's Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, may provide training related to counter-drone systems, including detecting, identifying, monitoring, tracking, disrupting, and seizing control of drones. DOJ may establish or designate one or more facilities or training centers to provide such training related to counter-drone systems.

Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS).

Sponsor
Rep. Strong, Dale W. [R-AL-5]
Independent · AL

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