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Safeguarding the Homeland from the Threats Posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act of 2023

H.R. 4333 Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA-6) In committee
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  1. Introduced Jun 23
  2. Committee Jun 23
  3. Passed House Next
  4. Passed Senate Not yet
  5. To President Not yet
  6. Law Not yet
Where it stands
In committee, Jun 23, 2023Next: House vote
1217d ago Jun 29, 2023: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
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Summary

This bill expands the authority of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to detect, identify, monitor, track, and mitigate threats from unmanned aircraft systems (drones) to certain facilities and assets. It also creates a pilot program for state, local, Tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies to use similar mitigation authorities under federal oversight.

Sec. 2, DHS and DOJ drone detection and mitigation enforcement authority: This section replaces existing law to define terms like "covered facility or asset" (high-risk facilities related to DHS, DOJ, Coast Guard, or state/local missions) and "personnel" (authorized officers, employees, or contractors). It grants the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Attorney General the power to authorize personnel to detect, identify, monitor, track, and mitigate credible drone threats to covered facilities or assets, overriding certain federal criminal statutes.

Sec. 2, Additional limited authority for detection, identification, monitoring, and tracking: State, local, Tribal, or territorial law enforcement agencies, DHS, DOJ, and airport or critical infrastructure owners/operators may use authorized equipment (tested by DHS/DOJ, approved by FCC, NTIA, and FAA) to detect, identify, monitor, or track drones within their jurisdiction. They must issue privacy policies, certify compliance annually, and follow federal guidance. This does not authorize mitigation actions.

Sec. 2, Pilot program for state, local, Tribal, and territorial law enforcement: DHS and DOJ may run a 5-year pilot program designating up to 12 law enforcement agencies initially (up to 60 total over 5 years) to take mitigation actions against credible drone threats to covered facilities or assets. Designations require FAA concurrence and can be revoked. Agencies must use authorized equipment, issue privacy policies, and ensure proper training. The FCC may grant spectrum exemptions for these agencies. DHS and DOJ must report to Congress on the program's use and any privacy or civil liberties complaints.

Sec. 2, Actions described: Detection, identification, monitoring, and tracking actions are limited to those during drone operation. Mitigation actions (under the pilot program) are separate and must address credible threats.

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