SB 459-FN (2016): relative to operation of drones.

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SB 459-FN (2016)

relative to operation of drones.

  • Status: Referred for interim study
  • Term: 2015-2016
  • Senate committee: Transportation
  • Subject: Miscellaneous

The Story

It was introduced on January 6, 2016 and referred to the Senate Transportation committee. The committee held a public hearing on January 26, 2016. The committee recommended that the Senate study it after the session ends. On February 4, 2016 the Senate adopted “Refer to Interim Study” on a voice vote.

Sponsors

Hearings and Sessions

  • January 26, 2016, 1:30 PM: hearing, Senate Transportation, LOB 103

Votes

  • February 4, 2016, Senate: Refer to Interim Study — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 6, 2016: Introduced 01/06/2016 and Referred to Transportation
  • January 26, 2016: Hearing: 01/26/2016, Room 103, LOB, 01:30 pm; SC3
  • February 4, 2016: Committee Report: Referred to Interim Study, 02/04/2016; SC4
  • February 4, 2016: Refer to Interim Study, MA, VV; 02/04/2016

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