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BillHR 8935 · 119

Department of Energy Drone Defense Act

Introduced
May 20, 2026
Cosponsors
6
Traction
0
Last Action
May 20, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes a defense system to protect Department of Energy facilities from drones. Requires the Department of Energy to develop and implement a plan to prevent and respond to drone threats.

Sponsored By

Susie Lee
Democrat · Nevada · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 20, 2026
  3. May 20, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects the Department of Energy and its facilities, by providing them with a system to defend against drone threats. It also impacts the general public who live or work near these facilities, by potentially increasing their safety and security.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeCommittee on Oversight and Government Reform
IntroducedMay 20, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Subjects
  • Climate
  • Military

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.