The purpose of this legislation, known as the Comprehensive Operations for Unmanned-System Neutralization and Threat Elimination Response Act, or the COUNTER Act, is to enhance the protection of the United States and its assets from threats posed by unmanned aircraft systems, commonly known as drones. The act aims to provide the Department of Defense with clearer authority and tools to respond to these threats effectively. Key provisions of the act include amendments to existing laws that expand the authority of the Secretary of Defense to take action against unmanned aircraft incursions.