Comprehensive Bill Could Limit Drone Use by Government Agencies Missouri lawmakers are currently considering House Bill 210 (HB 210), the "Unmanned Aerial Systems Security Act of 2025," which aims to regulate and restrict the use of drones by government agencies within the state, particularly those manufactured in countries of concern like China. The proposed legislation is … [Read more...] about Missouri Bill Seeks to Limit Government Use of Chinese-Made Drones, Faces Resistance from Law Enforcement
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Ondas Holdings and Volatus Aerospace Forge Strategic Partnership to Enhance Border Surveillance
Collaboration leverages American Robotics’ Optimus System for persistent aerial security and intelligence. Ondas Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ONDS) and Volatus Aerospace Inc. (TSXV: FLT) have announced a strategic partnership to provide a comprehensive border security solution. Ondas’ subsidiary, American Robotics, will lead the marketing and support of the Optimus System. This … [Read more...] about Ondas Holdings and Volatus Aerospace Forge Strategic Partnership to Enhance Border Surveillance
Congress Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Drone Funding for Law Enforcement
The DRONE Act of 2025 Seeks to Enhance Public Safety with Federal Support Representatives Lou Correa (D-CA) and Troy Nehls (R-TX) have introduced the bipartisan Directing Resources for Officers Navigating Emergencies (DRONE) Act of 2025. This bill would allow law enforcement agencies to use federal grants to purchase and operate drones, expanding access to technology that … [Read more...] about Congress Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Drone Funding for Law Enforcement
NASA Advances Drone Technology for 24/7 Wildfire Response
Testing Portable Airspace Management Systems for Safer, More Effective Aerial Firefighting NASA is working with the wildfire response community to develop new technologies that will enhance aerial firefighting operations, particularly at night. These advancements could enable drones, both remotely piloted and autonomous, to assist in wildfire suppression around the clock, even … [Read more...] about NASA Advances Drone Technology for 24/7 Wildfire Response
Redmond, WA Police Take Innovation to New Heights with Drone First Responder Program
City embraces innovation in launching DFR program By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Armed with recent approval to conduct drone missions beyond the visual line of sight, the Redmond, Washington Police Department is working to launch its drones as first responders (DFR) program to new heights to protect public safety. Last November, the FAA granted permission to fly … [Read more...] about Redmond, WA Police Take Innovation to New Heights with Drone First Responder Program
