The Safer Skies Act Explained: What State and Local Agencies Need to Know

Recent updates under the NDAA Safer Skies Act signal meaningful changes in how state and local public safety agencies may address drone threats.

Join us for a timely fireside chat exploring what this legislation enables, how mitigation authorities are expected to evolve, and what agencies should realistically anticipate as the 180-day rule-making process moves forward.

What You’ll Learn
In this expert-led discussion, we’ll cover:

• What the Safer Skies Act changes, and what it does not

• How mitigation authorities may be introduced for SLTT agencies

• The role of RF, cyber, and future mitigation approaches

• Why detection, tracking, and identification remain foundational

Featured Speakers
• Charles Werner, Director, DroneResponders
• Michael F. Lighthiser, Deputy Chief, George Mason University Police
• Jason Day, Director of Unmanned Aircraft, Texas Department of Public Safety


Register now to gain a clear, practical understanding of how the Safer Skies Act may impact your agency, and how to prepare for what’s next!