Washington DC: Darin LaHood (IL-16), a member of the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, joined Chairwoman of House Republican Leadership Elise Stefanik (NY-21), Chairman of the Select Committee on China John Moolenaar (MI-02), and Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) in reintroducing the Drones for First Responders Act. This legislation benefits the US drone industry, decreases reliance on foreign opponents, and promotes US national security.
“The Chinese Communist Party is a clear and present threat to our national security, and relying on their drones for our first responders is not only dangerous, but unacceptable,” said Rep. LaHood. “I am proud to join my colleagues in reintroducing the Drones for First Responders Act to ensure safe and reliable equipment. This critical piece of legislation supports American drone manufacturing and protects our communities. The United States must stand firm against foreign threats while prioritising American innovation,” said Darin LaHood in a post shared on X. “My legislation will establish a revenue-neutral grant program to help Americans purchase drones securely made by the U.S. and our allies,” said Rep. Stefanik. “I’m proud to reintroduce the Drones for First Responders Act, which will increase the competitiveness of U.S. drone manufacturers and provide first responders with the secure, high-quality drones they need to protect and serve our communities in Upstate New York, the North Country, and across our nation,” as quoted by LaHood’s post on X.
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has used unfair trade tactics and direct government investment to undercut US drone manufacturers and improve its position in the global drone market. Currently, 90% of the drones utilised by American first responders are manufactured in China, posing a direct threat to our national security. (ANI)
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