What does Preamble of S 1809 do?

This bill aims to amend title 18 of the United States Code The amendment prohibits taking or transmitting video of defense information The bill was introduced by Mrs. Moody and others It was reported by Mr. Grassley without amendment The bill's purpose includes other unspecified purposes

What does SHORT TITLE. of S 1809 do?

This Act has a short title The short title is defined in the section

What does TAKING OR TRANSMITTING VIDEO OF DEFENSE INFORMATION PROHIBITED. of S 1809 do?

Amends Section 793 of title 18, United States Code Prohibits taking or transmitting video of defense information Inserts 'video' after 'photographic negative' in the code

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Drone Espionage Act — S. 1809

Last updated: 2/9/2026 · Introduced: 5/20/2025

Author: Ashley Moody (R-FL)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill amends existing law to prohibit the unauthorized recording of defense information using video technology.
It expands the definition of prohibited actions under current law by specifically including the act of transmitting video recordings of defense information.
The bill updates existing legal code to incorporate 'video' alongside 'photographic negative' regarding restrictions on defense information.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 2939(In Committee)Official page

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