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This ordinance amends Section 13.08.080 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to regulate the use of drones in first responder programs, unmanned aircraft systems, and surveillance technology. It establishes updated guidelines and provisions for the deployment and oversight of such technologies within Nashville.

An ordinance amending Section 13.08.080 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relative to the use of drones as first responder programs, unmanned aircraft systems and surveillance technology.

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55 sponsors
Introduced 7/28/2026Metropolitan CouncilBill
→ Passed 9/1/2026

What it does

  • 1Amends existing code section 13.08.080 related to drone usage
  • 2Addresses the use of drones in first responder programs
  • 3Regulates unmanned aircraft systems and surveillance technology

This ordinance amends Section 13.08.080 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to regulate the use of drones in first responder programs, unmanned aircraft systems, and surveillance technology. It establishes updated guidelines and provisions for the deployment and oversight of such technologies within Nashville.

Affects
Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson CountyFirst responder agencies utilizing drone technology

Version history

This bill has been substituted. Each version below reflects a substitute draft filed during Metro Council consideration. The latest version is what's being voted on.

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Activity timeline

3 of 3
  • Amendment filed
    Impact 45

    Amendment filed: Amendment No. 1 to BL2026-1498

  • New document
    Impact 10

    New substitute: Substitute BL2026-1498

  • New document
    Impact 10

    New amendment: Amendment No. 1 to BL2026-1498

Legislative history

9/4/2026
Mayor
Referred without comment
9/1/2026
Metropolitan Council
Council Member Porterfield moved that the bill be passed on third reading, which motion was seconded and approved by the following roll call vote:
8/18/2026
Metropolitan Council
Council Member Sepulveda moved that the bill be passed on second reading as substituted, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Sepulveda moved to suspend the rules of procedure to introduce a late amendment. Without objection, Council Member Sepulveda offered Amendment No. 1 and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Sepulveda moved that the bill be passed on second reading as substituted and amended, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council, with Council Members Hancock and Eslick voting No and Council Member Styles abstaining.
8/18/2026
Metropolitan Council
Referred without comment
8/18/2026
Metropolitan Council
The bill was approved with an substitute by the Public Health and Safety Committee.Council Member Sepulveda moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Sepulveda offered a substitute bill and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council, with Council Member Hancock voting No and Council Member Styles abstaining.
8/18/2026
Public Health and Safety Committee
Referred without comment
8/4/2026
Metropolitan Council
Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Public Health and Safety Committee.
7/28/2026
Metropolitan Council
Referred without comment

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