Commerce Department Secretary Penny Pritzker issued a statement today applauding the results of a multistakeholder process that wrapped up yesterday with mostly good reviews by participants for a combined draft compilation of voluntary best practices for unmanned aircraft systems covering privacy, transparency, and accountability issues (TRDaily, May 18).  The multistakeholder process was convened by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration last year to look at drone-related issues.  “I want to congratulate the hard-working stakeholders who reached consensus on privacy, transparency and accountability best practices related to private and commercial use of unmanned aircraft systems,” Ms. Pritzker said.  “As the President recognized when he directed NTIA to convene this process, these best practices can help promote Commerce priorities by allowing the industry to grow, develop and innovate while helping to build consumer trust.”

Courtesy TRDaily