Oregon House Bill 3426: Why Drone Detection Is Now Essential for Public Safety Teams

Oregon has officially passed House Bill 3426, a new law increasing penalties for drone interference with emergency operations. This legislation is a game-changer for public safety, especially for fire departments, police, and emergency responders operating in drone-vulnerable zones.

At Aerial Defense Systems (ADS), we’re proud to offer a solution built specifically for this moment: the Airspace Awareness Starter Kit — a portable, plug-and-play drone detection system designed to help Oregon agencies stay compliant, informed, and protected.

What HB 3426 Means for Oregon Agencies

HB 3426 creates two new offenses:

• Intentional drone interference with emergency response = Class C felony (up to 5 years in prison and a $125,000 fine)

• Reckless interference = Class B misdemeanor (up to 6 months in jail and a $2,500 fine)

This law was passed in response to growing threats posed by unauthorized drone flights over wildfire zones, crime scenes, and public events. While the law is a strong step forward, enforcement depends on visibility — and that’s exactly what our system delivers.

Meet the Airspace Awareness Starter Kit

The ADS Airspace Awareness Starter Kit is your first line of defense against unauthorized drones in Oregon’s public and restricted airspace.

ADS Drone Tracker

Key benefits:

• 📡 Detects drones & pilots broadcasting Remote ID

• ⚙️ Fast deployment at outdoor events, wildfire bases, or perimeters

• 🛠️ No tech background required — simple to set up and monitor

• 🧭 Ideal for mobile teams, event security, and emergency command units

Whether you're preparing for wildfire season, hosting a large public event, or simply ensuring operational security, this device gives your team instant situational awareness.

Built for Oregon’s Public Safety Agencies

This solution is built for:

• Oregon fire departments & state forestry teams

• Police departments, sheriff’s offices, and SWAT units

• Office of Emergency Management (OEM) field teams

• City and county public event coordinators

• Port authorities and transportation security officials

We know Oregon. We know the rain, the wildfires, the public pressure — and we built this system to perform in the field under real-world conditions.

Why You Need It Now

The drone threat is growing. HB 3426 is now active. The ability to detect and respond to unauthorized drones before they cause harm has never been more critical.

If you're responsible for public safety, emergency response, or critical infrastructure in Oregon — you need an airspace awareness strategy in place today.

Ready to Equip Your Team?

Visit the Airspace Awareness Starter Kit page to learn more or contact us for a demo or quote.

Detect the threat before regret – Your shield against aerial threats.