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Deescalation Drone Pilot Program Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 15, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 15, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes a pilot program to test the use of drones for deescalation purposes. Funds research and development of drone technology for deescalation tactics.

Sponsored By

James C. Justice
Republican · West Virginia · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 15, 2026
  2. Apr 15, 2026You Are Here

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

  3. TBD

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

  4. TBD

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

  5. TBD

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

Why It Matters

This bill affects law enforcement agencies and communities by providing them with alternative methods for deescalating conflicts. It also impacts the drone industry by funding research and development of deescalation-focused drone technology.

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
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary Topic
CommitteeCommittee on Commerce
IntroducedApr 15, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 15, 2026
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

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.