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SD HB1280
Bill
Status
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Taffy Howard
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AI Summary
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Operating a drone over prisons, correctional facilities, jails, juvenile detention facilities, or military facilities without authorization from the administrator is classified as a Class 6 felony
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Law enforcement officers are authorized to use mitigation techniques and countermeasures against drones violating the restricted airspace provisions
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Department of Public Safety is granted authority to promulgate rules defining the nature and scope of allowable drone countermeasures
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Department of Public Safety must develop and implement a training program for law enforcement officers on selecting and using drone mitigation techniques and countermeasures
Legislative Description
Increase penalties for the operation of drones over certain facilities and to provide for mitigation techniques and countermeasures.
Law Enforcement
Last Action
Signed by the Governor on March 12, 2026 H.J. 562
3/12/2026