What Is
What Is Counter-UAS Authority?
Counter-UAS authority is the conditional authority the SAFER SKIES interim final rule gives qualifying state, local, tribal, and territorial law-enforcement and correctional agencies to act against unmanned aircraft systems (91 FR 41466, July 6, 2026; 6 CFR Part 124 and 28 CFR Part 124). The rule took effect July 1, 2026.
It distinguishes detection and warning certification from mitigation certification, and it requires authorized technologies and applicable coordination, spectrum, privacy, and reporting compliance. It does not confer general mitigation authority on private facilities or untrained local personnel. A separate FY2027 Counter-UAS Grant Program accepts applications from State Administrative Agencies only through November 16, 2026.
Pinpoint: 91 FR 41466 (July 6, 2026); 6 CFR Part 124 and 28 CFR Part 124. Related term: Counter-UAS Authority (6 CFR Part 124 and 28 CFR Part 124; 91 FR 41466 (July 6, 2026)).