# Senator Lee Seeks National Guard Counter-Drone Authority

Senator Mike Lee introduced the Guard the Skies Act, which would authorize the National Guard, under state governors’ direction, to conduct counter-UAS operations including jamming, interception, and disabling drones. The proposal identifies a potential future market for counter-drone capabilities, training, and operational support, but the signal announces no funding, solicitation, or contract; any procurement opportunity depends on legislative progress and subsequent implementation decisions.

- The proposal could create future demand for counter-UAS equipment, training, and operational support for National Guard missions if it becomes law.
- Contractors can assess whether their capabilities align with the proposed activities, while recognizing that no active procurement or funded opportunity is identified.
- Because the proposed authority would remain under governors’ direction, companies serving state-level National Guard requirements may find the governance and operational structure relevant to future planning.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Public Safety
**Topics:** Policy
**Published:** November 14, 2026

### Government Entities
- National Guard
- State governors
- U.S. Senate

### Key Quotes
> Drones in the wrong hands pose a significant threat to homeland security, and America cannot afford to assume that such an attack will never happen.
> — Mike Lee, U.S. Senator

> Putting a trained, locally rooted, rapidly deployable force to work on counter-UAS missions will make those sites and events safer.
> — Heather Lee, Interim President & CEO of AUVSI

### Sources
- [Mike Lee Introduces Guard the Skies Act Empowering National Guard to Stop Drone Threats - Senator Mike Lee](https://www.lee.senate.gov/news/press-releases/mike-lee-introduces-guard-the-skies-act-empowering-national-guard-to-stop-drone-threats/) - LEE