Do you live in a state with enacted or pending drone legislation? Odds are yes, according to
a map from the National Conference of State Legislatures that outlines the states that have drone-restricting legislation. Forty-three states have introduced 115 bills over the use of unmanned
aircraft systems (UAS) — or drones. Thirteen bills have been enacted in
11 states, with resolutions being adopting in 14 states, according to
the National Conference of State Legislatures.
In April, Virginia became the first state to draw up legislation to
restrict free-flying drones. According to their legislation, drones can
be used for Amber Alerts and purposes laid out by the National Guard.
Idaho, Illinois, Oregon and Montana all require a warrant for drone usage.
Florida requires law enforcement to obtain a warrant to use a drone.
The state allows drones for emergency situations, such as a terrorist
threats, Amber Alerts, or to prevent a loss of life. Like Florida,
Tennessee requires a search warrant for drones, but allows them for
emergency situations.
Texas’ legislation outlines that drone usage is usually restricted to
those who have obtained a search warrant. But the Lone Star state also
says that drones may be used in oil pipeline safety and for academic
research.
All other states currently have no law restricting drone usage.
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