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US SB2168
Bill
AI Summary
- Imposes escalating tariffs on unmanned aircraft and parts imported from China, starting at 30% ad valorem 30 days after enactment and increasing annually to reach $100 per unit plus 50% after year four
- Prohibits entry of drones containing Chinese-manufactured components (flight controllers, radios, cameras, gimbals, data storage, etc.) starting January 1, 2028, with parts prohibition beginning January 1, 2031
- Establishes the Secure Unmanned Aircraft Systems Trust Fund using collected tariff revenues to fund grants for first responders (60% of funds), farmers/ranchers (20%), critical infrastructure providers (20%), and domestic drone component manufacturers (10%)
- Requires CBP-verified certification documentation proving drones and parts are not manufactured in China, with exemptions for certain FAA-authorized aircraft approved before January 1, 2026
- Defines "covered foreign entities" to include companies on federal screening lists, Chinese military-linked companies, and entities subject to Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act restrictions
Legislative Description
Drones for America Act
Foreign trade and international finance
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
6/25/2025
Committee Referrals
Finance6/25/2025
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