Law enforcement officials could use drones more freely if the General Assembly approves legislative amendments proposed by Gov. Terry McAuliffe.

McAuliffe surprised privacy advocates by amending language to facilitate law enforcement access to unmanned aircraft in the legislation that was unanimously approved by the House and Senate.

To find out more about Gov. McAuliffe's amendments and what they mean for law enforcement and state use of drones check out my article via The Fredericksburg Free-Lance Star, The Fairfax Free Citizen, The Henrico Citizen and The Village News Online.