HB251

Regards drone use by law enforcement; aviation facilities

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Ohio HB251 regulates drone use by law enforcement and expands aviation facility definitions.

Ohio HB251 amends the Aeronautics Law to establish requirements for law enforcement use of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones). It mandates that peace officers obtain a search warrant before using drones to enter a house or place for surveillance. Law enforcement agencies must document and retain flight data for each drone surveillance flight. The bill prohibits law enforcement from using armed drones or surveilling private individuals without consent or a warrant.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

89 Yea

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5 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 9

3:00 PM

Senate Armed Services, Veterans Affairs and Public Safety 5th Hearing, No Testimony

Jun 3

11:30 AM

Senate Rules and Reference 4th Hearing, Proponent/Opponent/Interested Party

History

Oct 6

Effective Certain provisions effective October 6, 2030

Jul 7

Signed By The Governor

Jul 1

Sent To The Governor