Authorizes Counter-UAS activities on and off commercial service airport property to mitigate drone threats.
The SHIELD U Act authorizes Counter-UAS activities on and off commercial service airport property to detect, identify, and mitigate threats posed by unmanned aircraft systems. It allows state and local law enforcement agencies to conduct these activities, including intercepting communications and disabling drones, with the consent of airport operators. The Act also mandates the creation of tactical response plans for airports, coordination between the FAA and state law enforcement, and annual updates to best practices guidance.
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