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H.R. 6460119th CongressPassed one chamberLatest action Mar 25, 2026Decoded by AI · checked against the record
Official title: Recreational Drone Empowerment Act
Introduced:
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The bill would let recreational drone pilots fly in certain Class E airspace without air traffic control authorization, expanding an exception now limited to Class G airspace.
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The bill would amend federal aviation law so hobbyist drone pilots can fly without prior air traffic control authorization in certain Class E airspace, not just Class G airspace as current law allows. Specifically, it covers Class E airspace above Class G airspace and Class E airspace extending around Class B, C, D, or E surface areas.
Recreational drone hobbyists would gain more airspace where they can fly without special permission. The FAA and pilots of manned aircraft sharing that airspace would also be affected.
The change loosens coordination requirements between drone operators and air traffic control in specific airspace types near airports.
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Right now: it passed the House, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
Latest action: — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.