The 136th General Assembly of Ohio has passed a concurrent resolution urging the United States Congress to support H.R. 1907, known as the Defense Against Drones Act of 2025. This resolution highlights the rapid increase in the use of drones for various purposes and raises concerns about privacy, national security, and property rights, particularly in light of recent incidents involving unidentified drones over private properties in Ohio. The resolution emphasizes that homeowners have a reasonable expectation of privacy and safety, and that the intrusion of drones into their airspace constitutes a violation of these rights.

The proposed Defense Against Drones Act of 2025 would allow property owners to legally shoot down drones flying up to 200 feet above their property using a legally obtained shotgun, thereby reinforcing their privacy and property rights. The resolution also notes that current federal laws impose severe penalties for damaging drones, which deters homeowners from protecting their property. By urging Congress to pass this act, the Ohio General Assembly aims to ensure the safety and rights of homeowners in Ohio and across the nation.