SB 1186 Oregon Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Relating to unmanned aircraft systems.

SB 1186 clarifies when Oregon law enforcement agencies can use drones. It allows police to operate drones without a warrant for specific, immediate needs like responding to emergencies, search and rescue, or with property owner consent. For other drone use, a warrant limited to 30 days is required, with possible renewal. The bill also maintains restrictions against civilians intentionally harassing property owners with drones, setting penalties ranging from a Class B violation to a misdemeanor for repeat offenses.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 17, 2025 Last action Jun 28, 2025
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Jun 28, 2025
Upper · Passed
In committee upon adjournment.
upper
Mar 17, 2025
Committee
Referred to Judiciary.
upper
Mar 17, 2025
Introduced
Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Chris Gorsek
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