Contact Congress about H.R. 5061: Counter-UAS Authority Security, Safety, and Reauthorization Act

The bill would let federal agencies and some approved partners use tools to find and stop dangerous drones. It focuses on airports, major events, prisons, and key infrastructure. The powers mostly expire on October 1, 2030.

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Counter-UAS Authority Security, Safety, and Reauthorization Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 60 - 0.

Latest action on H.R. 5061: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 60 - 0.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects airports, drone operators, federal security agencies, and some owners of sensitive sites. It also affects state and local police agencies that want to test drone-stopping tools. Drone manufacturers and counter-drone equipment makers could face new safety statement rules, approval standards, and foreign-manufacturer limits.

Why this matters: Drones near airports, crowds, and key facilities can create real safety risks, and current rules can leave gaps in who may respond. This bill would give federal agencies and some approved partners clearer authority to act. It also creates guardrails because counter-drone tools can affect aircraft, radio signals, property, and private communications.

Key provisions in H.R. 5061

• The bill extends Department of Homeland Security counter-drone power. That authority would end on October 1, 2030.
• The bill creates an FAA Office of Counter-UAS Activities. A director would coordinate all Federal Aviation Administration counter-drone work and work with other agencies.
• The FAA could find, track, seize, or disable drones that pose a credible threat to U.S. airspace. Some criminal laws would not apply when officials take those approved actions.
• Within 270 days after the bill becomes law, the FAA must set minimum standards for counter-drone detection and drone-stopping systems used in U.S. airspace.
• The FAA must test counter-drone systems at five airports. The tests would check how the systems affect airport operations and navigation.

How Modern Action helps you take action on H.R. 5061

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Questions people ask about H.R. 5061

What is H.R. 5061?

The bill would let federal agencies and some approved partners use tools to find and stop dangerous drones. It focuses on airports, major events, prisons, and key infrastructure. The powers mostly expire on October 1, 2030.

How do I support or oppose H.R. 5061?

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Who should I contact about H.R. 5061?

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