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NY A05203

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/6/2023

Primary Sponsor

Maryjane Shimsky

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Origin

Assembly

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits any person operating in a private capacity from operating a drone within 1,000 feet of a correctional facility or local correctional facility in New York State

  • Defines "drone" to include powered or unpowered aerial vehicles, balloons, or devices that do not carry human operators and can capture images, intercept communications, or carry payloads

  • Establishes a civil penalty of $1,000 for the first offense and classifies subsequent offenses as misdemeanors

  • Exempts operations authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration for commercial purposes when conducted in compliance with that authorization

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Relates to prohibiting civilian drone use within 1000 feet of a correctional facility except when in use under the Federal Aviation Administration's authorization.

Last Action

referred to correction

1/3/2024

Committee Referrals

Correction3/6/2023

Full Bill Text

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