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WV HB5421
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jonathan Kyle
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AI Summary
- Prohibits West Virginia public entities from purchasing or acquiring drones (under 55 pounds) manufactured or assembled by entities based in, controlled by, or affiliated with China or Russia, or those on federal screening lists
- Bans use of state funds for foreign-manufactured drones through contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, or other means
- Requires public entities to cease operating non-compliant drones by May 1, 2029
- Creates a drone replacement grant program within the Department of Homeland Security (to launch within 270 days of enactment) that reimburses public safety agencies at current purchase value for turning in non-compliant working drones
- Allows the Secretary of Homeland Security to waive restrictions for exigent circumstances, counter-drone operations, or criminal investigations with legislative notification
Legislative Description
To require drones used by state and county personnel to be produced in the United States
Counties
Last Action
To House Government Organization
2/10/2026
Committee Referrals
Government Organization2/10/2026
Full Bill Text
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