The bill amends the Michigan penal code to enhance regulations regarding the use of unmanned aircraft, specifically targeting their operation near critical facilities. It establishes that individuals are prohibited from knowingly and intentionally using unmanned aircraft in ways that interfere with the operations of various key facilities, including fire stations, correctional facilities, hospitals, dams, nuclear reactors, and commercial facilities, among others. Additionally, if any of these facilities are listed on the Federal Aviation Administration's registry, hovering or flying an unmanned aircraft over them is strictly forbidden.

Violations of this section are classified as felonies, carrying penalties of up to four years of imprisonment or fines up to $2,500. The bill also clarifies that commercial operators of unmanned aircraft are exempt from these restrictions if they comply with FAA regulations. Furthermore, it provides definitions for terms such as "commercial facility," "critical manufacturing facility," and "key facility," ensuring clarity in the application of the law.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 750.45