HB1444 Relative to the purchase or acquisition of certain unmanned aircraft systems.
Relative to the purchase or acquisition of certain unmanned aircraft systems.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Concerning
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Restricting drone purchases to non-Chinese manufacturers could increase costs for government agencies.
Your Community
Addresses legitimate national security concerns about foreign-manufactured surveillance equipment.
Your Freedom
Protects against potential foreign surveillance through government-operated drones.
Status
Signed by Governor Ayotte 05/28/2026; Chapter 95; eff. 07/27/2026
Sponsor
Michael Moffett (R)
The Short Version
Regulates government purchase of drones, likely targeting Chinese-manufactured drones (DJI) used by state and local agencies due to national security concerns. Currently in Senate Judiciary committee.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ National security interests
- ▲ Domestic drone manufacturers
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Government agencies using affordable foreign drones
- ▼ Taxpayers paying higher equipment costs
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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