Lets National Guard protect key sites from drones at a state's request
This bill would let the National Guard protect major events from drones. This could happen if a state governor asks for help. The Secretary of Defense would approve these actions and ensure federal agencies work together on drone defense.
Today, the National Guard does not have clear federal authority to protect facilities from drones, and the Secretary of Defense is not fully integrated into federal coordination on these issues. If this bill becomes law, the National Guard would be able to act against drones at a state's request, and the Secretary of Defense would play a central role in approving these missions and coordinating with other agencies.
HR 8697 · 119th Congress · May 7, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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