9.4.2026: No English? No CDL.
The short version: Texas Scorecard's roundup flags Bastrop officials quietly covering up Flock ALPR cameras, a small story that hints at bigger questions about accountability and public trust.
Our Take
Buried in Texas Scorecard's news roundup is a two-minute item that caught our eye: Bastrop apparently covering its Flock Safety cameras. The segment doesn't dwell on it, but that's exactly the kind of local, under-the-radar development that deserves more scrutiny than a quick mention between CDL rules and school district news.
Why does it matter? Because these camera networks get installed with little public debate, and then they sit there — scanning plates, building location histories, feeding databases — until something forces a second look. Whether a county is pausing, hiding, or quietly expanding its ALPR footprint, residents usually find out last. Credit to Texas Scorecard for even flagging it; most outlets won't.
If you're in Bastrop or anywhere near a Flock installation, don't wait for a local news brief to tell you what's watching your street. Check our map to see what's already deployed near you, and if your city council hasn't had a real public conversation about these cameras, here's how to start one.
This is DeFlock The USA’s original commentary. The video above is the work of Texas Scorecard, published on YouTube — full credit to the creator.