Iowa SF491 prohibits the use of remotely piloted aircraft over farm property, with penalties for violations.

Iowa SF491 amends existing law to prohibit the use of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) over farm property, including areas where farm animals are confined and maintained. The bill redefines the term "farmstead" to include at least 40 contiguous acres of real property used for farming, excluding areas within city limits. It also establishes a secured area of 400 feet surrounding farm animals, equipment, or structures. The bill maintains the same criminal offenses and penalties for intrusion and surveillance as those protecting homesteads, including enhanced penalties for repeat offenders.

Iowa SF491 prohibits the use of remotely piloted aircraft over farm property, with penalties for violations.

Iowa SF491 amends existing law to prohibit the use of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) over farm property, including areas where farm animals are confined and maintained. The bill redefines the term "farmstead" to include at least 40 contiguous acres of real property used for farming, excluding areas within city limits. It also establishes a secured area of 400 feet surrounding farm animals, equipment, or structures. The bill maintains the same criminal offenses and penalties for intrusion and surveillance as those protecting homesteads, including enhanced penalties for repeat offenders.