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U.S. Lawmakers Push for American-Made Drones to Enhance National Security
- On June 9, 2025, a bipartisan group of U.S. representatives introduced legislation aimed at strengthening domestic drone production and decreasing dependence on drones made in China for emergency response purposes.
- This legislation responds to security risks from China's dominance in drone manufacturing and aims to enhance domestic production.
- The legislation creates a grant program that is budget-neutral, aimed at helping first responders acquire secure drones manufactured in the U.S. or allied nations.
- Lawmakers highlighted that the vast majority of drones operated by U.S. first responders are produced in China, with LaHood warning that depending on these foreign-made devices poses serious security risks.
- The act aims to boost U.S. drone manufacturing competitiveness and protect critical infrastructure and data from foreign surveillance risks.
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Proposed legislation aims to fund US-made drones for first responders by taxing China-made drones
The Drones for First Responders Act was introduced by Reps. Rob Wittman, R-Va., Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., and Darin LaHood, R-Ill. Up to 90% of drones used by U.S. fire, police and emergency agencies are made in China.
U.S. Lawmakers Push for American-Made Drones to Enhance National Security
In a bold move to bolster national security, U.S. lawmakers, including Darin LaHood and Elise Stefanik, reintroduced the Drones for First Responders Act. The legislation aims to reduce dependency on Chinese drones by supporting American manufacturing and providing first responders with secure, high-quality U.S.-made drones.
US Lawmakers reintroduce drones for First Responders Act to counter Chinese surveillance threat - The Tribune
U.S. lawmakers reintroduced the Drones for First Responders Act to reduce reliance on Chinese-made drones, citing national security risks. The bill supports American drone manufacturing and aims to equip first responders with secure, U.S.-made technology. Lawmakers warn Chinese drones pose surveillance threats to communities and critical infrastructure.
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Stefanik reintroduces Drones for First Responders Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, R-NY, has reintroduced the Drones for First Responders Act, an initiative designed to bolster the U.S. drone industry, reduce reliance on foreign adversaries and enhance national security. Stefanik joined China Select Chairman John Moolenaar, R-MI and Congressmen Darin LaHood, R-IL and Rob Wittman R-VA in reintroducing this critical legislation. The DFR Act aims to address U.S. dependency on Chine…
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