The purpose of the Helicopter Operational Versatility and Enhanced Readiness Act of 2025, also known as the HOVER Act, is to require the U.S. Department of Defense to create a program that tests and evaluates the use of optionally piloted rotary-wing aircraft, such as helicopters that can operate with or without a pilot on board. The goal is to understand how these aircraft can be effectively used in military operations, especially in challenging environments.