<ul><li>The bipartisan DRONE Act of 2025 has been introduced by Representatives Lou Correa and Troy Nehls to allow law enforcement agencies to use federal grants to purchase and operate drones, enhancing public safety and emergency response capabilities.</li><li>The proposed legislation seeks to expand federal grant eligibility for drones, amending existing programs to ensure first responders can invest in drone technology using federal funds.</li><li>Drones have become essential tools for law enforcement, being used in bomb squad operations, search and rescue missions, crime scene documentation, and other critical tasks.</li><li>The bill has received widespread support from law enforcement and public safety organizations, including endorsements from the Major County Sheriffs of America and the Fraternal Order of Police.</li></ul>

Congress Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Drone Funding for Law Enforcement

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