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National Training Center for Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act

HR 709 · In committee · last action January 24, 2025

<p><strong>National Training Center for Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act</strong></p><p>This bill requires&nbsp;the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to establish training and qualification standards for counter-unmanned aircraft systems, commonly referred to as counter-drone systems.</p><p>Specifically, DHS&nbsp;and&nbsp;DOJ, in coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration, must establish standards for initial and recurrent training programs or certifications for individuals seeking to operate counter-drone detection and mitigation systems, equipment, or technology.</p><p>Further, DOJ, in coordination with&nbsp;DHS's Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, may provide&nbsp;training related to&nbsp;counter-drone systems, including detecting, identifying, monitoring, tracking, disrupting, and seizing&nbsp;control of&nbsp;drones. DOJ may establish or designate one or more facilities or training centers to provide such training related to counter-drone systems.</p>

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Dale Strong (R-AL)

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Official summary

<p><strong>National Training Center for Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act</strong></p><p>This bill requires&nbsp;the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to establish training and qualification standards for counter-unmanned aircraft systems, commonly referred to as counter-drone systems.</p><p>Specifically, DHS&nbsp;and&nbsp;DOJ, in coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration, must establish standards for initial and recurrent training programs or certifications for individuals seeking to operate counter-drone detection and mitigation systems, equipment, or technology.</p><p>Further, DOJ, in coordination with&nbsp;DHS's Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, may provide&nbsp;training related to&nbsp;counter-drone systems, including detecting, identifying, monitoring, tracking, disrupting, and seizing&nbsp;control of&nbsp;drones. DOJ may establish or designate one or more facilities or training centers to provide such training related to counter-drone systems.</p>