Drone industry warns that Rep. Elise Stefanik's Drones for First Responders Act could increase drone prices by 50% within 5 years due to tariffs and import ban.

Drone industry warns Congressional Rep. Elise Stefanik's Drones for First Responders Act could hike drone prices by 50% within 5 years, due to proposed 50% tariffs on Chinese drones within 4 years, and a drone import ban in 2030 if containing Chinese-made hardware. Critics claim the bill targets DJI, the market leader. Industry reps suggest focusing on UAS-specific cybersecurity protocols instead.