Hawley Introduces Bill to Regulate Surveillance Technology, Targeting Flock Safety
What happened
Senator Josh Hawley introduced the Stop Flock Abuse Act, which targets the operations of companies like Flock Safety. The proposed legislation outlines seven key pillars aimed at regulating AI-powered surveillance agencies. Key requirements include that companies must delete driver information after 10 days unless an active criminal investigation is underway.
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Why it matters
If enacted, the bill would impose strict operational rules on companies involved in automated license plate reading. These rules mandate that collected data must be encrypted, remain within the United States, and cannot be sold or shared with non-government third parties.
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Who's involved
- Flock SafetyTarget of the proposed legislation regarding data collection and operational practices.
- Josh HawleyProposer of the Stop Flock Abuse Act aimed at regulating the surveillance industry.
Who could feel it
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The proposed act could restrict its data use, sales, and facial recognition capabilities.
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The entities involved
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Flock Safety
American surveillance technology company
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Josh Hawley
American lawyer and politician (born 1979)
Related events
- Flock Safety is operating its surveillance technology in Metro Detroit communities.
- Michigan communities are currently considering the adoption and use of Flock Safety surveillance technology.
- Flock Safety technology was tested in Northern Kentucky on October 15, 2026.
- The Conroe City Council has approved funding for the Flock Safety camera contract.
- Flock Safety is identified as an American surveillance technology company.