Prohibiting the acquisition of critical components of drone technology from countries of concern and the procurement of final or finished goods or services from countries of concern.

HB 2293 prohibits Kansas state agencies from purchasing drones or related services if their critical components are made in or owned by "countries of concern" (China, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, or Venezuela) or from "foreign principals" (including governments, companies, or individuals from those countries). It applies to all state agencies and takes effect July 1, 2025, with existing non-compliant equipment allowed to remain in use until replacement is needed. Exceptions permit acquisitions only if no alternatives exist, with approval from the secretary of administration and adjutant general, and if failure to procure poses a greater security risk than the acquisition itself. The bill specifically targets drone technology supply chains while exempting contracts entered before July 1, 2025.