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RepublicanBill · S. 1793· Senate(119-S-1793)

COUNTER Act

Rep. Cotton
Age: 49 years
Arkansas
Introduced
5/15/2025
Last activity
5/15/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Sponsored by
Tom Cotton
Cosponsors
Republican - 27Democrat - 11
Armed Forces and National Security
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "COUNTER Act," aims to protect United States assets from incursions. It amends title 10 of the United States Code regarding the mitigation of threats from unmanned aircraft systems or unmanned aircraft. The legislation allows the Secretary of Defense to delegate authority to combatant commands or other officials to take action against these threats. It also expands the scope of activities that can be supported by other Federal agencies. Additionally, the bill establishes exemptions from certain information disclosure requirements and extends various deadlines.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Does this tighten control of the border?+5

    The bill enhances the ability to mitigate unmanned aircraft threats which relates to securing borders and assets.

  • Does this give the federal government more power?+5

    The bill expands the authority of the Secretary of Defense and combatant commands to mitigate drone threats.

  • Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?+4

    The bill provides assistance to officials responding to high-hazard incidents, which can aid in disaster response.

The opposite

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?-5

    The bill explicitly exempts information about drone mitigation technology and protocols from public disclosure.

  • Does this give the government more power to monitor people inside the country?-3

    The bill expands authority to mitigate drone threats and exempts certain information from disclosure, potentially increasing surveillance capabilities.

  • Does this give people more control over their personal data?-2

    The bill includes exemptions from disclosure for technology and procedures, which may impact privacy-related transparency.