Comment from Dianne Ensign
Dianne EnsignOpposeIndividual
Summary: The commenter opposes the proposed restriction on unmanned aircraft near food and agriculture facilities. They argue that drone photojournalism is a necessary tool for public accountability regarding animal welfare and environmental practices at factory farms.
I oppose allowing food and agriculture facilities to obtain Unmanned Aircraft Flight Restrictions (UAFRs). Drone photojournalism is one of the only tools the public has to see inside factory farms and hold them accountable. There is no documented evidence of drones threatening safety or security at these facilities, but there is a documented history of drone footage exposing false marketing claims, environmental violations, and animal welfare abuses.