HR 9909 United States House · 119th Congress

Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operational Test, Evaluation, and Training Corridor Act

This bill directs the Department of Defense to create designated airspace corridors specifically for testing and training small drones and the systems used to detect or neutralize them. These zones would allow military personnel to safely practice operating various drone technologies, such as sensors and autonomous software, alongside counter-drone measures like electronic warfare and directed energy weapons. The Secretary of Defense must identify suitable locations, potentially building new facilities or using existing ones, while consulting with other government agencies to ensure safety and address regulatory hurdles. Additionally, the bill requires the Pentagon to report to Congress within 90 days of establishing a corridor, providing details on its location, necessary resources, and any agreements with other federal partners.
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Introduced Jul 23, 2026 Last action Jul 23, 2026
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