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Committee passes bill to prohibit use of drones over certain facilities in PA
By bctv.org
Published: 09/27/2016

HARRISBURG – The Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously approved a measure that would penalize unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators for flying their aircraft over certain facilities in Pennsylvania, according to bill sponsor Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks).

Senate Bill 1323, which was amended to include provisions making it a felony to drop illegal contraband over federal, state and county prisons, would place penalties on UAV operators who fly drones over critical facilities without the property owner’s consent.

“As this technology becomes more readily available at a price point most consumers can afford, we need to make sure that no one is using these machines in a way that would jeopardize the life and safety of Pennsylvanians,” Argall said. “This commonsense approach mirrors efforts in other states in order to safeguard citizens.”

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