Congress Passes NDAA FY25: Implications for Chinese-Made Drones, U.S. Manufacturing, and National Security The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025, now awaiting President Biden's signature, includes significant provisions affecting the drone industry. The bill has sparked responses from major stakeholders, including the Association for Uncrewed … [Read more...] about NDAA FY25: Key Takeaways for the Drone Industry
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North Dakota Proposes $15 Million to Replace Chinese-Made Drones
Legislation Reflects National Security Concerns and State-Level Compliance Efforts North Dakota’s reliance on Chinese-made drones is under scrutiny, as nearly 90% of drones used by state agencies are manufactured in China. Rep. Mike Nathe, R-Bismarck, has introduced a bill to allocate $15 million to replace these drones. The bill mirrors similar efforts by other states, … [Read more...] about North Dakota Proposes $15 Million to Replace Chinese-Made Drones
Lawmakers Urge Fairfax County to End Use of DJI Drones Due to National Security Concerns
Officials cite security risks and ties to Chinese Communist Party, while DJI defends its data security practices On September 27, 2024, Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party urged Fairfax County to stop using DJI drones. In … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Urge Fairfax County to End Use of DJI Drones Due to National Security Concerns
Proposed Chinese Drone Ban in California: A Conversation with State Senator Tom Umberg on SB 99
Senator Umberg Adjusts Proposed Bill in Response to Law Enforcement Concerns Over Operational Impact By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A California state lawmaker, who had introduced a bill to prevent local law enforcement agencies from purchasing Chinese-made drones, said he plans to ease the restrictions in the proposed legislation after getting pushback from police … [Read more...] about Proposed Chinese Drone Ban in California: A Conversation with State Senator Tom Umberg on SB 99
FAA Data Shows Law Enforcement Drone Programs Rely Upon Chinese Drones
FAA Data Highlights Predominance of Chinese-Made UAVs in Texas Law Enforcement Fleets *Editor's note: While the author examined data for the state of Texas, the data reflects trends found throughout the country. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill If the Countering CCP Drones Act, currently pending before the U.S. Senate, becomes federal law, it could result in … [Read more...] about FAA Data Shows Law Enforcement Drone Programs Rely Upon Chinese Drones
