SB 670

Enacts GS 143-59.5 preventing the State and its political subdivisions from purchasing or otherwise acquiring any small, unmanned aircraft system manufactured or assembled by a covered foreign entity. Prohibits State funds from being used in connection with the purchase or acquisition of any small, unmanned aircraft system (defined) manufactured or assembled by a covered foreign entity, including any State funds provided through a contract, grant, or cooperative agreement. Defines covered foreign entity as an individual, foreign government, or party that meets one or more of the following: