The bill establishes restrictions on governmental agencies in Kansas regarding the procurement of drones and related services. Specifically, it prohibits the purchase of any drone or its critical components if they are produced in a "country of concern" or owned by a "foreign principal." The bill defines "country of concern" to include nations such as China, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, and Venezuela, while excluding Taiwan. Additionally, any critical components acquired before July 1, 2025, may continue to be used, but new replacements cannot be sourced from foreign principals. Exceptions to these prohibitions can be made if there are no reasonable alternatives and if the acquisition is approved by the secretary of administration after consultation with the adjutant general.
Furthermore, the bill restricts state agencies from entering contracts with foreign principals for finished goods or services unless certain conditions are met, such as having a prior determination of no unresolved national security concerns or maintaining a national security agreement. The provisions of the bill do not apply to contracts entered into before July 1, 2025. The bill also provides definitions for key terms such as "critical component," "drone," and "foreign principal," ensuring clarity in its application. The act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.