Summary
- House China Select Committee calls on Fairfax County to stop using Chinese-manufactured drones due to espionage and data security risks
- Fairfax County operates a mixed drone fleet for public safety, emergency services, and fire department missions
- Two Chinese drone manufacturers—DJI and Autel Robotics—pose a threat to U.S. national and economic security
- Congress could assist state and local governments in choosing “more secure drone options” by ensuring grant programs are available