Critical infrastructure counter-unmanned aircraft system grant program

(a) In general The Secretary of Homeland Security, in coordination with the Secretary of Energy, shall establish a counter-unmanned aircraft system grant program for critical infrastructure owners and operators to purchase, install, and operate approved counter-unmanned aircraft systems. (b) Eligibility Grants may be awarded to owners and operators of covered critical infrastructure facilities, as defined in subsection (l)(3) of section 210G of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 124n), as added by this Act. (c) Authorization of appropriations There is authorized to be appropriated $250,000,000 for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to carry out this section.