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Florida Schools Pilot Non-Lethal Drones for Active Shooter Response

9/3/2025

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Florida is testing non-lethal drones in schools for active shooter responses, funded by a $557,000 state budget.
The drones can be deployed within five seconds and are remotely controlled from Texas.
Governor Ron DeSantis approved the pilot program, with selected school districts to be announced soon.
The drones aim to assist officers and reduce risks during confrontations.
Belgium is also deploying autonomous drones in prisons to combat drone smuggling.

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Story summary

Florida is testing non-lethal drones in schools for active shooter responses, funded by a $557,000 state budget.
The drones can be deployed within five seconds and are remotely controlled from Texas.
Governor Ron DeSantis approved the pilot program, with selected school districts to be announced soon.
The drones aim to assist officers and reduce risks during confrontations.
Belgium is also deploying autonomous drones in prisons to combat drone smuggling.