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NY A00615
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Maryjane Shimsky
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AI Summary
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Prohibits private individuals from operating drones within 500 feet of any state correctional facility or local correctional facility in New York
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Defines "drone" broadly to include powered/unpowered aerial vehicles and balloon floats that are unmanned, can fly autonomously or remotely, and can capture images, intercept communications, or carry payloads
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Establishes a civil penalty of $500 for the first offense and each subsequent violation
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Exempts drone operators who have received Federal Aviation Administration authorization for commercial purposes, provided they comply with that authorization
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Relates to prohibiting civilian drone use within 500 feet of a correctional facility except when in use under the Federal Aviation Administration's authorization.
Last Action
referred to correction
1/7/2026