National Training Center for Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act
National Training Center for Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act
Plain Language Summary
# National Training Center for Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act — Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would require the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice to create standardized training programs and certification requirements for people who operate counter-drone systems (technology designed to detect, track, and disable drones). The bill also allows the Department of Justice to establish training centers where law enforcement and other personnel could learn how to use these systems effectively. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects federal law enforcement agencies, homeland security personnel, and potentially state and local officials who may need to operate counter-drone technology.
It could also indirectly impact drone operators and the broader public by establishing standards for how these systems are used and by whom. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (as of the 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Dale Strong, a Republican from Alabama.
CRS Official Summary
National Training Center for Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems ActThis bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to establish training and qualification standards for counter-unmanned aircraft systems, commonly referred to as counter-drone systems.Specifically, DHS and DOJ, in coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration, must establish standards for initial and recurrent training programs or certifications for individuals seeking to operate counter-drone detection and mitigation systems, equipment, or technology.Further, DOJ, in coordination with DHS's Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, may provide training related to counter-drone systems, including detecting, identifying, monitoring, tracking, disrupting, and seizing control of drones. DOJ may establish or designate one or more facilities or training centers to provide such training related to counter-drone systems.
Latest Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.