Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to regulate the use of automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) data in the state of Minnesota, specifically in relation to how this data can be used for fee collection from aircraft owners or operators.

Main Provisions

• ADS-B Definition: The bill defines "automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast" (ADS-B) as aviation technology that incorporates an aircraft's positioning system, avionics, and ground infrastructure to communicate with air traffic control and other aircraft.
• Prohibition on Fee Collection: The bill prohibits the state of Minnesota, any political subdivisions, and private entities from using information obtained from ADS-B systems to calculate, generate, or collect fees from aircraft owners or operators within Minnesota's airspace.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill introduces a new provision to Minnesota Statutes section 360.55, specifically focusing on the prohibition of using ADS-B information for fee-related purposes. This represents a restriction on how aviation data can be used by governmental and private entities.

Relevant Terms

• automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B)
• aviation surveillance technology
• air traffic control
• fee collection
• aircraft positioning system
• Minnesota airspace