The proposed bill, Substitute Bill No. 6861, aims to prohibit the intentional projection of lasers at aircraft or their flight paths, establishing a new legal framework to enhance aviation safety. The bill defines key terms such as "aircraft," "armed forces," "laser," and "police officer" by referencing existing statutes. It specifies that individuals who violate this prohibition will be guilty of a class A misdemeanor, thereby imposing legal consequences for such actions.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision that exempts members of the armed forces of the United States, members of the armed forces of the state, and police officers from this prohibition, as long as they are acting within the scope of their official duties. This exemption acknowledges the potential necessity for these individuals to use lasers in specific operational contexts. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and introduces new legal language while amending existing statutes to incorporate these changes.