Establishes a pilot program for nonlethal deescalation drones for law enforcement during active shooter events.
The Deescalation Drone Pilot Program Act of 2026 amends title 49, United States Code, to establish a pilot program for small, nonlethal deescalation unmanned aircraft to be used by law enforcement and public safety. The pilot program will be overseen by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and will involve partnerships with federal, state, and large metropolitan area law enforcement. The program will assess the efficacy of nonlethal drones in active shooter events and the safety benefits of increasing the safe engagement distance between law enforcement and active shooters.
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