Establishes the "Foreign Unmanned Aircraft Law"
HB 930 prohibits Missouri public entities (including state agencies, cities, schools, and universities) from purchasing, acquiring, or operating small drones (under 55 pounds) made by companies tied to China or Russia. The law bans the use of state funds for such drones and takes full effect on May 1, 2027. Public entities may request a waiver from the Director of Public Safety for emergencies like counter-drone operations or criminal investigations, but must notify the legislature. The bill targets drones manufactured by entities on U.S. government watchlists or under direct control of the Chinese or Russian governments.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 16, 2025
Last action Feb 10, 2025
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Jan 22, 2025
Committee
Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Jan 16, 2025
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
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P
Mark Meirath
RRepublican
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