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NY A00615

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/8/2025

Primary Sponsor

Maryjane Shimsky

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits private individuals from operating drones within 500 feet of any state correctional facility or local correctional facility in New York

  • 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

  • Establishes a civil penalty of $500 for the first offense and each subsequent violation

  • Exempts drone operators who have received Federal Aviation Administration authorization for commercial purposes, provided they comply with that authorization

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Correction1/8/2025

Full Bill Text

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