The Wild West of drone regulation as we know it may soon cease to exist. If lawmakers have their way, state and local governments — including Native American tribal authorities — could soon have the power to regulate the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems as they see fit.
Drone Federalism Act Would Shift Regulation to State and Local Governments
Key Takeaways:
- The proposed "Drone Federalism Act" seeks to grant state, local, and Native American tribal authorities the power to regulate drone operations below 200 feet and within 200 feet of structures.
- Proponents argue this shift would enable communities to set local rules like "no-drone zones" to protect public safety and privacy, with the FAA potentially assisting in pilot programs.
- Critics fear that a fragmented regulatory landscape could severely hinder the growth of the commercial drone industry, potentially putting businesses out of operation, and negatively impact grassroots drone racing.
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