The bill would clarify that hobby drones may fly in some Class E airspace under the recreational drone rules. It keeps the rest of the safety rules in place. The House has passed it, and the Senate is considering it.
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Recreational Drone Empowerment Act is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Latest action on H.R. 6460: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people who fly drones for fun. That includes hobby flyers, students, and community drone clubs. It could also affect the Federal Aviation Administration, air traffic staff, airports, and nearby communities if drone activity changes in the affected airspace.
Why this matters: Drone flyers can have trouble knowing which airspace rules apply. This bill would make one part of that rule clearer by naming more airspace where hobby flights may qualify. That could reduce accidental rule-breaking. It could also raise safety, oversight, noise, or privacy questions if more drones fly in those areas. The bill itself does not say how large those effects would be.
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Officially: Recreational Drone Empowerment Act
The bill would clarify that hobby drones may fly in some Class E airspace under the recreational drone rules. It keeps the rest of the safety rules in place. The House has passed it, and the Senate is considering it.
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Where it stands
Sitting in Commerce
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Latest: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (3/25/2026)
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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