Contact Congress about H.R. 709: National Training Center for Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act

People who use systems to detect or stop drones would need training rules set at the national level. The bill puts the Department of Homeland Security, the Attorney General, and the Federal Aviation Administration in charge of those standards.

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National Training Center for Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

Latest action on H.R. 709: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people who operate counter-drone systems for federal law enforcement or other authorized security work. It also affects the Department of Homeland Security, the Attorney General, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, and the Federal Aviation Administration because they would help create or run the training system. Airports, major event sites, secure government locations, and other places that may face drone threats could feel the effects if these standards shape who may use the equipment and when.

Why this matters: Drone threats can create safety and security problems, especially near airports, large events, and sensitive government sites. This bill tries to make sure the people using counter-drone tools are trained under clear standards. It also tries to keep those actions from creating new risks for aircraft or civilian airspace. The bill does not spell out every real-world effect, so much would depend on later agency rules and funding.

Key provisions in H.R. 709

• The Attorney General may provide training on how to respond to drone threats. This must be done with the Secretary of Homeland Security.
• The bill allows special counter-drone training sites. These sites could be created or chosen through the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers.
• Counter-drone operators would get national training or certification standards. The Department of Homeland Security and the Attorney General must set them with the Federal Aviation Administration.
• The rules would apply to people using counter-drone tools. That includes systems or equipment that detect drones or reduce a drone threat.
• The agencies must look at flight safety before setting the rules. They also must consider civilian aviation, aerospace operations, aircraft condition, and public use of airspace.

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What is H.R. 709?

People who use systems to detect or stop drones would need training rules set at the national level. The bill puts the Department of Homeland Security, the Attorney General, and the Federal Aviation Administration in charge of those standards.

How do I support or oppose H.R. 709?

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