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NY S06305

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

James Sanders

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Defines "remotely piloted aircraft" as a device used for flight in the air operated remotely without direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft
  • Creates new offense of "unlawful use or operation of a remotely piloted aircraft" under the penal law
  • Prohibits intentionally operating a remotely piloted aircraft in violation of federal DOT or FAA laws and regulations
  • Prohibits operating a remotely piloted aircraft in a reckless manner that endangers the life, safety, or property of another person
  • Classifies the offense as a violation, and takes effect January 1st following enactment

Legislative Description

Relates to the unlawful use of a remotely piloted aircraft; defines remotely piloted aircraft as a device used for flight in the air which is operated remotely without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft.

Last Action

REFERRED TO CODES

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Codes3/10/2025

Full Bill Text

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