Washington (WA) UAS Law
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VISUALIZE IT: See FAA UAS DATA on a MAP
Washington Legislature - RCW 77.15.740
Franklin County - Hanford Site
Pierce County Ordinance 2013-28
Drones in the news
July 2019 - Washington State Patrol Builds Up Fleet Of 111 Drones
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Bill History
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HB 1031 - AN ACT Relating to the use of unmanned aerial systems near certain protected marine species; and amending RCW 77.15.740.
King County Municipal Code 18.12.265 - Motorized models.
It is unlawful to operate any motorized model aircraft or motorized model watercraft in any park except at places set apart by the Superintendent for such purposes or as authorized by a permit from the Superintendent. (Ord. 113436 § 17, 1987.)
Seattle Council Bill no 117707
“AN ORDINANCE relating to the regulation of unmanned aircraft systems operated by the Seattle Police Department; adopting City policies regarding the acquisition and operation of unmanned aircraft systems; and establishing a new Chapter 14.18 in the Seattle Municipal Code.” *Proposal Died after Mayor Cancelled Police Drone Program
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