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OH HB685
Bill
Status
Introduced
5/22/2018
Primary Sponsor
John Barnes
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AI Summary
- Defines "drone" as any unmanned aircraft that uses aerodynamic forces for lift and can fly autonomously or be piloted remotely
- Prohibits operating drones above 400 feet within five miles of airports with operational control towers, three miles from airports with published instrument flight procedures, two miles from basic airports, and two miles from heliports with published instrument flight procedures
- Establishes penalties for illegal drone operation as first-degree felony with minimum $10,000 fine; increases to 3-6 year prison term if operator caused manned aircraft pilot to take evasive action; increases to 7-11 year prison term if drone caused midair collision with manned aircraft
- Requires retail drone sellers to record purchaser names and addresses in manner prescribed by director of public safety and retain records for three years
- Mandates drone sellers include written information with each drone summarizing state drone operation laws and applicable penalties; violations constitute first-degree misdemeanor
Legislative Description
Regulate operation of drones near airports/records of drone sales
Commerce
Last Action
Refer to Committee: Transportation and Public Safety
6/5/2018
Committee Referrals
Transportation and Public Safety6/5/2018
Full Bill Text
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