Massachusetts – HB 1357
Title
THE DRONE PRIVACY ACT: regulating the use of unmanned aerial vehicles
Sponsor(s):
Senator Hedlund & Representative Garry
Synopsis:
THE DRONE PRIVACY ACT: (Bill Copy TBD)
Regulating the use of unmanned aerial vehicles Sen. Hedlund & Rep. Garry – SD 1679; HD 2460
The word “drone” conjures images of conflicts across the globe, but remote controlled aerial technology is increasingly of interest to local law enforcement too. While the FAA will regulate drones’ use of airspace, it is up to state lawmakers to ensure that this emerging technology is used responsibly in Massachusetts–without weapons, of course, and not for warrantless surveillance of residents.
Tracking Site: https://www.malegislature.gov/bills
Status:
Introduced
Recommended Action
Contact sponsor/leadership with request to include MA exclusion…
“Model Aircraft as defined in the Federal Aviation Administration Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 [PL 112-95, Sec. 336(c)] are excluded from the provisions of this Bill/Statute”
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