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Maryland Leads Coalition Against Expanded Drone Package Delivery
A group of 15 states, led by Maryland, has sued the Federal Aviation Administration over its environmental review of planned commercial drone package delivery rules. The states argue that the FAA’s determination did not adequately address potential safety risks or environmental impacts. The FAA’s proposal would allow certified drone operators to fly beyond the visual line of sight, eliminating the need for a waiver process. Drone delivery operations are already happening in several states, including California, Texas, and Florida, under the current waiver process. The lawsuit was reported by Reuters.