Calling on Federal law enforcement, led by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Federal Aviation Administration, to provide an immediate briefing to the public regarding the recent drone activity in New Jersey and New York.

United States119th CongressHRES-118House of Representatives
Updated: Feb 6, 2025

Summary

This resolution addresses recent widespread drone activity reported across New Jersey and New York, including sightings of large unmanned aircraft systems that have caused public concern. These incidents include drones interfering with a medical helicopter response and forcing the temporary closure of Stewart Airport in New York. The resolution notes that while some drone activity may be authorized for research, there is a clear need for greater public understanding and transparency. The House of Representatives calls upon the Federal Bureau of Investigation , the Department of Homeland Security , and the Federal Aviation Administration to provide an immediate public briefing and release information regarding this drone activity. It further urges these federal agencies to collaborate with state and local law enforcement to deploy resources and mitigate unauthorized drone operations. Finally, the resolution requests an assessment of whether additional security measures are necessary to safeguard critical infrastructure and public safety from potential drone-related threats.

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  1. Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, and Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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  2. Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

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