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- The FAA authorized the military to use high-energy lasers on April 10, 2026, after a safety review.
- FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford said the assessment showed minimal risk to public safety, and the February laser closures preceded the decision.
- The FAA plans advisories for pilots about increased laser activity near the southern border.
- Senator Maria Cantwell has requested a briefing on the agreement amid concerns about Pentagon pressure on the FAA.
