Texas banned state agencies from spending on Flock cameras, while the Florida administration rescinded approvals for the system, championed by Ron DeSantis.
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What happened
Texas banned state agencies from spending on Flock cameras, while the Florida administration rescinded approvals for the system, championed by Ron DeSantis.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Texas has halted state funding for camera technology, and Ron DeSantis has ordered the removal of license plate readers.Sub-event
Texas banned state agency spending on Flock cameras; Florida administration rescinded approvals.1 source
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The entities involved
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Flock Safety
American surveillance technology company
- John Rodgers and Molly Gray campaigned in Barstow, while students expressed concern over Flock Safety cameras and a school performed an ode to Dolly Parton.
- Multiple South Carolina counties, including Anderson, Oconee, and Spartanburg, are restricting cameras operated by Flock Safety, prompting state-level warnings.
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Texas
state of the United States of America
- The Port of Corpus Christi in Texas is pursuing railyard and container terminal development, following a lift in crude oil export bans.
- Governor Greg Abbott is leading state recovery efforts in Texas, utilizing the Texas Division of Emergency Management and the Texas Military Department to assist in the aftermath of a major disaster.
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Florida
state of the United States of America
Related events
- Flock Safety, a company providing ALPR services, is involved in a story about the expansion of its camera network and its use by law enforcement in Texas, alongside partners like Motorola Solutions.
- State law enforcement is now widely utilizing Flock Safety cameras across Georgia.
- Flock Safety is identified as an American surveillance technology company.
- Lake County invested in Flock Safety cameras for crime solving.
- Judge Terry Means handled a case involving Texas surveillance, while Flock cameras continue to monitor roads across North Texas.