Bill Summaries: S670 (2025-2026 Session)

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  • Summary date: Mar 31 2025 - View summary

    Enacts GS 143-59.5 preventing the State and its political subdivisions from purchasing or otherwise acquiring any small, unmanned aircraft system manufactured or assembled by a covered foreign entity. Prohibits State funds from being used in connection with the purchase or acquisition of any small, unmanned aircraft system (defined) manufactured or assembled by a covered foreign entity, including any State funds provided through a contract, grant, or cooperative agreement. Defines covered foreign entity as an individual, foreign government, or party that meets one or more of the following:

    • Is on the United States Consolidated Screening List or Entity List.
    • Is domiciled in the People's Republic of China or the Russian Federation.
    • Is under the influence or control of the government of the People's Republic of China or the Russian Federation.
    • Is a subsidiary or affiliate of an individual, government, or party of the People's Republic of China or the Russian Federation.

    Applies to small, unmanned aircraft purchased on or after July 1, 2027.