Many Americans have come to rely on Chinese-made drones. Now lawmakers want to ban them
In Florida, law enforcement officers last year complained to the state senate that a ban on state-funded agencies operating Chinese-made drones left them with costlier aircraft that didn’t perform as well. That prompted state lawmakers to appropriate $25 million to help government-run drone programs acquire compliant models.
Banning Chinese-made drones could hurt some Americans
A broader ban is worrisome for Americans for whom drones have become a part of their lives and work. It could disrupt wide-ranging operations, from law enforcement to mapping and filmmaking that drone operators say are viable because of the low cost and high performance of the Chinese drones. American-made drones just aren’t comparable, they say.
Congress is looking to ban Chinese drones that are widely used in US. What to know about the debate
Lawmakers in Washington are seeking to ban new sales of drones from two dominant Chinese manufacturers, arguing they could be used to spy on Americans and that the low-cost models are hurting the U.S. drone industry.
U.S. Considering Ban On Chinese Drones Over National Security
The Commerce Department is considering banning Chinese drones in the United States, a move that would have far-reaching effects.
Chinese drones under fire again as US Dept of Commerce explores national security risks
The US Dept of Commerce is considering new rules that could potentially restrict the US activities of drones made by “foreign adversaries."
China Says U.S. Suspicion of Security Risks in Chinese Drones Is 'Irresponsible'
China is strongly dissatisfied with and firmly opposes the U.S. investigating its drone systems and said it will closely monitor the situation. China also urged the U.S. to respect facts and immediately stop what it called "erroneous practices".
Potential US Ban on Chinese Drones Due to Security Risks Under Review
The U.S. Commerce Department is evaluating new regulations that could limit or prohibit the use of Chinese-made drones, citing national security concerns. Public comments on the proposed rules are being accepted until March 4,
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Many Americans have come to rely on drones. Now lawmakers want to ban them.
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