Drones for First Responders Act

This bill imposes increasing tariffs on Chinese-made drones (starting at 30% and rising to 50%+ over four years) and creates a fund using these tariff revenues. The fund provides grants to first responders (60% of funds), farmers/ranchers (20%), and critical infrastructure providers (20%) to purchase secure drones made outside China. It also requires certification that drones don’t contain Chinese components for importation after 2031. The bill directly affects drone importers, first responders, farmers, and infrastructure providers by reshaping drone procurement and supply chains.