S-2249 : Still Just a Bill


Drone Operator Safety Act

This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime to operate an unmanned aircraft (i.e., drone) that interferes with or disrupts the operation of an aircraft carrying one or more occupants in U.S. airspace.

The prohibition includes the operation of an unmanned aircraft in the arrival or departure flight path of an airport without permission.

A violator is subject to a fine, a prison term, or both.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2015-11-05IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.Senate
2015-11-05IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Sheldon Whitehouse [D] (RI)
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Policy Area :

Crime and Law Enforcement
Related Subjects
  • Aviation and airports
  • Transportation safety and security
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