WI SB766

Prohibits unauthorized drone operation at altitudes below 300 feet over or within 500 feet of water reclamation facilities, gas/electric power plants, substations, telecommunications facilities, and public water system facilities

Violations carry a forfeiture penalty of up to $5,000, matching the existing penalty for unauthorized drone flights over correctional institutions

Exempts drone operations conducted by facility owners/operators for monitoring, inspection, or maintenance purposes, as well as operations directed by local governments within their jurisdiction

Permits commercial drone operations over these facilities if conducted in compliance with FAA regulations, authorizations, or exemptions

Requires law enforcement to seize any photographs, videos, or visual data captured during violations and transfer materials to the appropriate local law enforcement agency and affected municipalities