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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Connecticut lawmakers back prohibition on state agencies and local governments using foreign drones

Foreign Drones Connecticut - (Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

Connecticut lawmakers passed emergency legislation Tuesday prohibiting state agencies and municipalities from purchasing or using Chinese and Russian drones while also imposing restrictions on where drones can be operated in the state.

The bill comes amid bipartisan concern in Washington about possible threats to U.S. national security posed by foreign-adversary drones. Several states, including Tennessee and Florida, have already restricted the use of Chinese drones by their public agencies, including police and fire departments.

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