H.R.8492

Public Safety UAS Readiness Act

Introduced·4/23/26

Establishes a grant program for training public safety personnel in operating unmanned aircraft systems.

The Public Safety UAS Readiness Act mandates the Secretary of Transportation to create a grant program for training unmanned aircraft system pilots. Grants will support activities including curriculum design, instructional materials, and purchasing compliant unmanned aircraft systems. Eligible entities include governmental or nonprofit fire departments, emergency medical services, law enforcement agencies, and public safety training academies.

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History

Apr 23

House

Introduced in House

Apr 23

House

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.