NASA and FAA would work together on research for drones and future air travel.
This bill, called the "Drone Safety Enhancement Act," would make NASA and the FAA work together on research for drones and new types of air travel, like flying cars. This teamwork would also include other government agencies, universities, and private companies. The goal is to help the U.S. stay competitive in this fast-growing area of aviation.
Today, NASA and the FAA conduct research on drones and advanced air mobility, but there isn't a formal law requiring them to collaborate with each other, other federal agencies, universities, and industry. If this bill becomes law, NASA would be legally required to continue this research in collaboration with these groups. NASA would also have to brief Congress on its progress within 18 months.
HR 6647 · 119th Congress · December 11, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10
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