The Alabama Legislature has established the Alabama Unmanned Aircraft System Study Commission to assess the use of drones in the state, focusing on their benefits and potential vulnerabilities. The commission will evaluate the risks of unauthorized data transfers by hostile foreign actors, necessary protocols to secure sensitive information, and the feasibility of alternatives to foreign-sourced drones. This initiative comes in response to the rapid advancement of drone technology and concerns regarding national security.

The commission will consist of various appointed members, including representatives from the Governor's office, legislative leaders, law enforcement, and local government associations, ensuring a diverse membership. The commission is tasked with meeting within 90 days of the resolution's passage, electing leadership, and ultimately submitting a report of its findings to the Legislature by the fifteenth legislative day of the 2026 Regular Session. The commission will be dissolved after the report is submitted, and all meetings and documents will be made publicly available.