New rules would restrict drones near seaports to boost security.
New rules would stop most drones from flying over and near major U.S. seaports. This bill aims to protect these busy areas, which handle billions of tons of cargo and millions of cruise passengers each year. People who break these rules could face fines up to $25,000 or even jail time.
The bill would prohibit drones in designated covered airspace over seaports. It would establish civil and criminal penalties for violations. It would also authorize the Federal Aviation Administration and seaports to detect, mitigate, seize, and disable unauthorized drones.
HR 9229 · 119th Congress · June 9, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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