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Virginia Funds Transition to US Drone Platforms for First Responders
- Virginia introduces a grant program to help law enforcement move to compliant drone technology amidst new restrictions on drones by foreign adversaries.
- The state allocated $1 million for the Virginia State Police and a separate grant program through the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services.
- This initiative aligns with provisions in the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act and recent Executive Orders regarding drone security.
- The legislation does not ban drones but provides funding to support the transition to secure technology.
- Virginia became the second state to fund such a program after Governor Youngkin signed the budget.
- The move addresses concerns about drones manufactured by companies from countries considered foreign adversaries.
- The effort, led by State Senator Russet Perry and Delegate Paul Krizek, aims to replace drones that may pose security risks.
- The grant program will be capped at $25,000 per drone and requires models meeting U.S. security standards.
- Michele Satterlund, an attorney and lobbyist, highlights the importance of this initiative for national security.
- The program complements federal actions urging a transition away from insecure drone systems.
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