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HB 5332

Law enforcement: funds; purchase or use of certain drones by public agencies; prohibit. Amends 2016 PA 436 (MCL 259.301 - 259.331) by adding sec. 6. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5330'25

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Aragona and 24 co-sponsors

Michigan bill prohibits public agencies from using state/federal funds to purchase or operate certain drones, potentially restricting law enforcement surveillance and emergency response capabilities.

placed on third reading
#aeronautics:unmannedaircraftsystems #lawenforcement:funds
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Bill Summary · HB 5332

Legislative bill overview

HB 5332 prohibits public agencies in Michigan from using state or federal funds to purchase or operate certain types of drones. The bill is tied to HB 5330, suggesting coordinated legislation on drone regulation. The specific restrictions on which drones are prohibited are not detailed in the bill summary provided.

Why is this important

Drone usage by law enforcement and public agencies has become increasingly common for surveillance, search and rescue, and infrastructure inspection. This bill would restrict that capability by controlling funding mechanisms, potentially affecting public safety operations, emergency response capabilities, and infrastructure monitoring programs across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Defining "certain drones": The vague language about which drones are restricted could create enforcement ambiguity and unintended consequences for legitimate public agency operations
  • Emergency response impact: Restrictions could hamper search and rescue missions, disaster response, and other time-sensitive public safety operations that depend on drone technology
  • Federal funding complications: Tying restrictions to federal funds may create conflicts with federal grant requirements and could result in loss of funding for unrelated programs

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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