The bill establishes restrictions on governmental agencies in Kansas regarding the procurement of drones and related services. Specifically, it prohibits these agencies from purchasing drones or components produced in countries deemed as "countries of concern," which include China, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, and Venezuela, or from foreign principals. Existing components acquired before July 1, 2025, may continue to be used, but any new replacements must not come from foreign principals. Exceptions to these prohibitions can be made if there are no reasonable alternatives, the acquisition is approved by the secretary of administration, and it is determined that failing to acquire the components would pose a greater threat to state safety and security.
Additionally, the bill restricts state agencies from entering contracts with foreign principals for finished goods or services unless certain national security conditions are met, such as prior determinations of no unresolved national security concerns or existing national security agreements. The provisions of the bill do not apply to contracts entered into before July 1, 2025. The bill also defines key terms such as "critical component," "drone," and "foreign principal," providing clarity on the scope of the legislation.