Crimes and offenses; unmanned aircraft systems; operation near public schools prohibited

HB 201 prohibits operating drones within 500 feet horizontally or 400 feet vertically of public schools without the school administrator's consent. It also bans using drones to photograph, record, or observe schools in that zone and restricts drone surveillance of individuals where privacy expectations exist. Violations are classified as misdemeanors, with drone operation near schools being a Class C offense and photography a Class A offense. The bill directly affects drone users - both recreational and commercial - flying near public schools, including those conducting photography or casual flights in school zones.