Aeronautics: unmanned aircraft systems; destruction of drones flying in violation of Federal Aviation Administration guidelines; allow. Amends 2016 PA 436 (MCL 259.301 - 259.331) by adding sec. 8.
Key claim: HB5326 would amend Michigan aeronautics law to allow destruction of unmanned aircraft systems flying in violation of Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
Abstract
(HB5326 · 103rd Legislature) Aeronautics: unmanned aircraft systems; destruction of drones flying in violation of Federal Aviation Administration guidelines; allow. Amends 2016 PA 436 (MCL 259.301 - 259.331) by adding sec. 8. Sponsor: Rep. Brian BeGole ® + 27 co-sponsors Latest vote: Reported With Recommendation With Substitute H-2 — 14-1 (passed, 2026-03-10) Latest action (2026-05-12): Placed On Third Reading
Why this matters
This bill extends Michigan’s kinetic UAS enforcement authority beyond critical-infrastructure zones to any drone violating FAA guidelines, broadening the range of state-sanctioned drone destruction. Together with HB 5325, HB 5323, and related measures, it represents a state-level layer of UAS enforcement infrastructure that complements federal aviation rules and affects how airspace over Michigan facilities and public areas is policed.