Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended; the Freedom of Information Act, as amended; and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A-108, ``Federal Agency Responsibilities for Review, Reporting, and Publication under the Privacy Act,'' the Department of Commerce (Department) is issuing this notice of its intent to establish a new system of records entitled ``COMMERCE/DEPT- 29, Unmanned Aircraft Systems.'' The use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) significantly expands the Department's ability to collect data critical to its mission. Additionally, as compared to manned aircraft, UAS may provide lower-cost operation and augment existing capabilities while reducing risks to human life. The Department is committed to ensuring that collection, use, retention, or dissemination of information about individuals through the use of any technology, including UAS, complies with the Constitution, and Federal law, regulations, and policies. We invite public comment on the new system announced in this publication.