Unmanned aerial systems, commonly known as drones, have been a game-changer for our men and women serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
DHS's lack of attention about this issue is incomprehensible.
We are disappointed DHS declined to testify today.
What they don't want to see is sort of spying without any mission involved in the plan.
They have defied not only you but I think the will of this committee and the will of the American people.
I recognize the value of--legitimate law enforcement value of technology. I think as with technology, we have to balance...
I hope this hearing gets their attention. I hope your testimony gets their attention to step up to the plate and do some...
I think it should be limited to a specific instance or mission within a legitimate law enforcement purpose.
It should not take a hearing to force DHS to develop policy.
I believe that the DHS has a role to play in that and that the FAA could possibly play a role there, too.
These systems have provided our troops with much-needed eyes in the skies and have taken the fight to the enemy.