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Apellix Blue Power Wash Drone

The Apelix Blue Power Wash Drone is the only wash drone in the world fully NDAA-compliant, meeting federal, state, and local specific regulations. It is accepted wherever the US DoD 'Blue' designation is required. It stands out for its industrial-grade cleaning power, compatibility with standard industry accessories, and advanced safety features like obstacle avoidance and optional parachute systems.

The Cybersecurity and US Made proven compliance for public sector and critical infrastructure work makes the Apellix Blue Power Wash Drone “The Drone of Choice(TM)” for Federal, State, and Local Governments.

NDAA-Compliant Drone Requirements: State Trends

Several U.S. states have enacted laws requiring government agencies to use only NDAA-compliant drones—meaning drones that do not contain critical components from restricted foreign manufacturers, mainly those based in China. This trend is rapidly expanding:

States with Active Bans or Restrictions (as of July 2025)

Arkansas
California
Florida
Indiana
Mississipp
Nevada
Texas

* California, Florida, and Indians have introduced or passed similar restrictions for state and local agencies [1][2].

States Considering New Bans (as of July 2025)

California and New York: Legislative proposals are under review to limit public agency procurement of goods and services from Chinese brands.
Georgia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania**: Similar bills have been introduced or are being considered as of July 2025 [2].

Federal Influence

Many federal departments (e.g., Department of the Interior, Department of Defense) have already grounded or banned Chinese drones for official use, and state policy often follows federal guidance [1][2].
More states are expected to follow as concerns about cybersecurity and supply chain security grow, especially for agencies involved in public safety, infrastructure, and critical infrastructure sectors [3][1][2].

Cybersecurity and NDAA Compliance

Cybersecurity is a central reason for these restrictions:

NDAA compliance requires that drones avoid components from banned manufacturers and use secure, approved communication modules [4][5][6].
The Blue UAS program, run by the Department of Defense, goes a step further by requiring rigorous cybersecurity assessments, ensuring that drones can protect sensitive government and military information [1][6].

Recent legislation, such as the DETECT Act, directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to develop a framework of cybersecurity principles for drones used by the federal government. These guidelines are expected to become binding for federal agencies and may also influence state and private sector standards [7].

Key cybersecurity requirements** for NDAA-compliant drones include:

- No critical components from restricted countries.
- Secure data transmission and storage.
- Transparent supply chain documentation.
- Protection against unauthorized data access and espionage threats [4][6].

Key Takeaways

At least six states have enacted NDAA-compliant drone requirements for government agencies, and several more are actively considering similar legislation [1][2].
The number of states following this trend is expected to increase, particularly as federal standards and cybersecurity concerns continue to shape state policy.
Cybersecurity is a core driver of these requirements, with new federal guidelines and standards likely to shape future state and industry practices [7][6].

References:

[1] https://www.skydio.com/blog/guide-understanding-blue-uas-ndaa-american-made-drones
[2] https://uavcoach.com/dji-ban/
[3] https://www.dslrpros.com/blogs/rescue-drones/top-american-made-drones-for-2025-ndaa-and-blue-uas-compliant-models
[4] https://advexure.com/pages/ndaa-compliant-blue-uas
[5] https://www.dronefly.com/blogs/news/top-american-made-drones-for-2025-smart-picks-in-the-age-of-tariffs-and-tech-sovereignty-1
[6] https://elistair.com/glossary/ndaa-compliance
[7] https://dronelife.com/2024/03/27/clarifying-cybersecurity-guidelines-for-drones-the-detect-act/
[8] https://jrupprechtlaw.com/national-defense-authorization-act-ndaa-2025-and-drones/
[9] https://news.prairiepublic.org/local-news/2025-07-02/state-owned-drones-to-be-replaced
[10] https://ts2.tech/en/drone-laws-exposed-2025-the-ultimate-guide-to-u-s-faa-rules-no-fly-zones-and-state-regulations/
[11] https://candrone.com/blogs/news/ndaa-and-blue-uas-certification-what-they-mean-for-drones-and-security
[12] https://www.ncsl.org/transportation/current-unmanned-aircraft-state-law-landscape
[13] https://www.diu.mil/blue-uas-policy
[14] https://www.diu.mil/blue-uas-cleared-list
[15] https://mobilicom.com/insight/what-is-blue-uas-the-ultimate-guide-to-secure-drone-compliance/
[16] https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/06/unleashing-american-drone-dominance/
[17] https://dronewolf.darkwolf.io/ndaa
[18] https://www.axon.com/resources/new-drone-laws-take-effect
[19] https://www.colorado.edu/publicsafety/flight-operations/federal-regulations-updates