Congress·Passed House·H.R. 6460

Recreational Drone Empowerment Act

Drone Flying: Expanding Airspace for Hobbyists

Dec 18, 2025·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

Next up: The Senate

The House passed this bill in March 2026, and it is now waiting for the Senate to take action. Nothing has happened with the bill since it was sent to the Senate committee in March 2026. Because no progress has been made in three months, the bill is currently stalled.

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Key Points

The Recreational Drone Empowerment Act would allow people who fly drones for fun to use more parts of the sky. It updates current laws to include specific types of airspace, known as Class E, where hobbyists can fly without needing as much special permission from the government.
This bill mainly affects drone hobbyists and enthusiasts. By opening up these new zones, it gives people more freedom to fly their drones in areas that were previously restricted, such as certain spaces near smaller airports or at slightly higher altitudes that were once off-limits.
The goal is to make the rules clearer for the millions of Americans who own drones. It helps hobbyists know exactly where they can fly safely and legally, reducing the risk of accidentally breaking flight rules while they are enjoying their hobby outdoors.

Impact Analysis

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Milestones

6 milestones17 actions

Mar 25, 2026Senate

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.

Mar 24, 2026House

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Mar 24, 2026House

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.

The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.

Mar 24, 2026

Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.

The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.

Mar 24, 2026House

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 6460.

No votes, news coverage, or related bills recorded for this bill yet.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Recreational Drone Empowerment Act

Bill NumberHR 6460

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

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