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  1. Governor's pressure influenced local ordinance reversal, as city services operate within state boundaries in Texas.
  2. In Texas, Governor Greg Abbott has paused state funding for license plate cameras, forcing a city to operate independently despite the cuts.

Plano Police Disable Flock Camera Network Following State Funding Cuts

2 reports, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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The license plate reader system used by Plano Police has gone offline following a funding cut ordered by Governor Greg Abbott. The system consisted of 90 Flock cameras, which were previously paid for through a state grant at an annual cost of approximately $300,000. The funding ceased after Abbott ordered state agencies to stop paying for the technology, taking effect at the end of August.

From nbcdfw.com

Why it matters

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Plano Police stated that the technology helped officers track suspects and vehicles. The chief noted that the system had been part of a successful stretch of low crime rates in the city. The city is currently seeking to determine how to proceed regarding the system's operational status.

The city of Plano operates within the borders of the state of Texas, which is subject to regulatory actions ordered by the Governor regarding state agency funding.

From nbcdfw.com

Who's involved

  • TexasThe state of Texas, whose funding was cut via executive order.
  • Greg AbbottGovernor Greg Abbott, who ordered the state agencies to cease funding for the technology.
  • PlanoPlano, the city where the camera network was located and subsequently shut down.

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