EO 14305
Restoring American Airspace Sovereignty
National SecurityLaw EnforcementGovernment Reform
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Summary
This executive order establishes a federal task force and implements measures to enhance surveillance and control of unmanned aircraft systems (drones) over U.S. airspace, citing threats from criminals, terrorists, and hostile actors. It directs the FAA to update regulations on drone restrictions, requires agencies to enforce existing laws against illegal drone operations, and enables state and local authorities to purchase drone detection equipment.
Key Points
- 1Establishes the Federal Task Force to Restore American Airspace Sovereignty, chaired by the National Security Advisor, to develop solutions for UAS-related threats
- 2Directs the FAA to propose and finalize new regulations restricting drone flights over critical infrastructure facilities within specified timelines
- 3Requires the FAA to make flight restriction notices (NOTAMs and TFRs) publicly available online in formats compatible with drone geofencing systems within 180 days
- 4Instructs the Attorney General to enforce civil and criminal laws against illegal drone operations and submit legislative proposals to increase penalties for airspace violations
- 5Allows state, local, tribal, and territorial agencies to use federal grant programs to purchase drone detection and tracking equipment within 30 days
- 6Directs federal agencies to use available authorities to detect, track, and identify drones and drone signals consistent with the Fourth Amendment
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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