STAR Act

Key Points

• This bill allows NASA and private space companies to take action against drones that fly too close to their facilities. They would be able to track, jam, or even destroy drones that they believe are a threat to safety or security.
• The rules apply to NASA centers and private sites used for launching, testing, or building rockets. These locations would be required to put up signs warning drone pilots that their aircraft could be seized or destroyed if they enter restricted areas.
• If a drone is taken or destroyed because it was a threat, the person flying the drone would be responsible for any damages. NASA and private companies would have to report these incidents to local police and the federal government.
• The goal is to prevent spying and protect expensive equipment from accidents or intentional attacks. It gives space agencies and companies more power to control the airspace directly above their most important buildings and launch pads.

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