New York A04944 prohibits the operation of uncrewed aircraft over school grounds or critical infrastructure, with penalties for violations.

New York A04944 amends the penal law to prohibit the operation of uncrewed aircraft, including drones, over school grounds or critical infrastructure. This includes aircraft that remain above or hover over such areas. The bill defines "uncrewed aircraft" as those operated without direct human intervention. It also defines "school grounds" as areas within the property boundary of public or private schools, and "critical infrastructure" as facilities like power generation systems, refineries, and water treatment plants.

New York A04944 prohibits the operation of uncrewed aircraft over school grounds or critical infrastructure, with penalties for violations.

New York A04944 amends the penal law to prohibit the operation of uncrewed aircraft, including drones, over school grounds or critical infrastructure. This includes aircraft that remain above or hover over such areas. The bill defines "uncrewed aircraft" as those operated without direct human intervention. It also defines "school grounds" as areas within the property boundary of public or private schools, and "critical infrastructure" as facilities like power generation systems, refineries, and water treatment plants.