1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Drone Federalism Act of 2017 . 2. Preservation of State, local, and tribal authorities with respect to unmanned aircraft systems (a) Scope of preemption for civil unmanned aircraft regulations In prescribing regulations or standards related to civil unmanned aircraft systems, the Administrator shall— (1) define the scope of the preemptive effect of such regulations or standards pursuant to section 40103 or 41713 of title 49, United States Code, which shall be limited to the extent necessary to ensure the safety and efficiency of the national airspace system for interstate commerce; and (2) preserve, to the greatest extent practicable, legitimate interests of State, local, and tribal governments, including— (A) protecting public safety; (B) protecting personal privacy; (C) protecting property rights; (D) managing land use