Permits certain entities to operate unmanned aircraft systems to inspect damage to critical infrastructure.

This bill permits public utilities, cable television companies, and telecommunications service providers in New Jersey to use drones (unmanned aircraft systems) to inspect damage to their own critical infrastructure. It requires the Office of Homeland Security to create rules allowing these entities to operate drones for assessing, inspecting, or maintaining infrastructure like power lines, cable networks, or cell towers after damage occurs. The entities must follow federal aviation regulations, and may contract third parties to operate the drones under these rules. The goal is to speed up damage assessment and service restoration for infrastructure vital to public safety and the state's economy.