# Plain Language Summary: Countering CCP Drones Act

This bill targets drones and surveillance equipment made by DJI Technologies, a Chinese company, by adding them to a federal "do not buy" list. The law would officially classify DJI's drones and video surveillance equipment as communications equipment that poses security concerns, which means the U.S. government would be prohibited from purchasing or using these products. The bill also blocks government funding from going toward any services that rely on DJI equipment.

The practical effect is that federal agencies—like the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, and other government departments—would no longer be able to buy DJI drones or surveillance systems. This includes popular consumer-grade drones that many government agencies currently use for tasks like disaster response, infrastructure inspection, and border monitoring. The concern behind the bill is that DJI equipment could potentially transmit sensitive data back to China, creating a national security risk.

For most everyday Americans, this won't directly change much in their daily lives. However, it could affect how quickly government agencies respond to emergencies or conduct certain operations if they need to replace their current equipment with alternatives. It might also impact businesses that work with the government and rely on DJI drones—they would need to switch to other manufacturers to maintain government contracts. The bill essentially reflects broader U.S. concerns about Chinese technology companies and data security, applying those concerns specifically to one of the world's largest drone manufacturers.

Countering CCP Drones Act

Stefanik, Elise M.

Countering CCP Drones Act This bill requires the inclusion of telecommunications and video surveillance equipment or services produced or provided by Shenzhen Da-Jiang Innovations Sciences and Technologies Company Limited (a Chinese drone maker commonly known as DJI Technologies) on a list of communications equipment or services determined by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to pose an unacceptable risk to U.S. national security. Current law prohibits the use of federal funding available through specified FCC programs for purchasing or maintaining listed equipment or services.