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Portland police eye expanding drone program amid public concern
The bureau’s proposed language is nearly identical to policies in the manuals of police agencies in cities like Gresham, Oregon City, Tigard and Tualatin.

Oregon bill would allow more restrictions on drone usage in local parks
Oregon cities and counties could limit the use of drones under a bill that’s scheduled for a hearing Wednesday in Salem.

Drones could help Washington State University researchers count salmon nests
Searching where salmon lay eggs is getting a boost from some eyes in the sky. Researchers are testing drones to survey for salmon nests.

Economy
Pendleton’s drone testing hub is buzzing, but a big economic boom hasn’t arrived – yet
Pendleton’s drone testing hub has boosted economic activity at the airport, but so far there’s been no spike in local jobs. Leaders hope growing a skilled workforce might attract manufacturers.
No troops disciplined in US strike killing Afghan civilians
U.S. defense officials say no U.S. troops involved in the August drone strike that killed innocent Kabul civilians and children will face disciplinary action

science environment
Lawmakers Push To Deploy More Drones This Wildfire Season
Lawmakers press public lands agencies to maximize their use of drones to monitor and maybe even help fight wildfires.