The article does say,
"Specifically affected by the decision are the US drone companies:
Brinc Drones,
Domo Tactical Communications (DTC),
Firestorm Labs,
HavocAI,
Insitu,
Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems,
Neros Technologies,
Rapid...
There is nothing inherently dangerous about flying over water. As long as you aren't relying on sensors to keep you from crashing you don't need any recovery device. Maintain VLOS, and you'll be fine,