American Drone Manufacturing Dominance Act of 2026
To condition certain grants on the discontinuation of use of any unmanned aircraft system manufactured by certain foreign countries, to strengthen domestic unmanned aircraft system manufacturing, enhance law enforcement security, and reduce reliance on unmanned aircraft systems produced by certain foreign countries by directing the use of certain tariff revenues, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB9430, proposes to condition certain federal grants on the use of unmanned aircraft systems (drones) made in the United States. It aims to reduce reliance on drones made in certain foreign countries by directing tariff revenues to support domestic drone manufacturing. This would benefit U.S. drone makers by creating a more favorable market for their products and strengthen law enforcement security by ensuring the use of domestically produced technology.
The bill would affect government agencies, law enforcement, and companies that receive federal grants. It would encourage these entities to purchase drones made in the U.S., thereby supporting American jobs and reducing the reliance on foreign manufacturers. The bill was introduced on June 24, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on the Judiciary and the Committee on Energy and Commerce for further consideration.
HB9430 is in its early stages, having just been introduced and referred to the appropriate committees. If passed, it could significantly impact how federal grants are allocated and which drone manufacturers receive support, ultimately fostering a stronger domestic drone industry.
