Unmanned aerial systems; prohibiting certain purchase by state agencies after certain date; directing the Office of Homeland Security to maintain certain list. Effective date.

SB 488 prohibits Oklahoma state agencies and local governments from purchasing drones or unmanned aerial systems after January 1, 2028, unless the devices are cleared by the Office of Homeland Security. The Office must maintain a public list of approved drones meeting security standards, including U.S. Department of Defense clearance, compliance with federal security laws, and cybersecurity protections to prevent unauthorized data transmission. This list must be updated every six months, and all state/local procurement must prioritize devices on the approved list. The bill ensures that only drones deemed secure by state security standards can be acquired using public funds, with contracts for non-approved drones deemed void.