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Ban Flock Act: Congress Eyes Limits on Federal ALPR Use
A new bill would bar federal agencies from using license plate readers like Flock. Here's why that matters and what comes next.
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Congress Eyes ALPR Limits: What the ‘Flock-Off Act’ Signals
A newly introduced bill, H.R. 10221, takes aim at the Flock camera network. Here's why federal attention to ALPRs matters for everyday drivers.
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Nevada Lawmaker Eyes Ban on License Plate Readers
A Nevada legislator plans a bill to ban Flock Safety and other ALPR systems. Here's why that fight matters everywhere.
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How One Camera Becomes a Nationwide Surveillance Net
A single Flock ALPR isn't just a camera — it's a node in a growing, largely unregulated tracking network. Here's why that matters.
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Wilder, Idaho Could Be First to Ban ALPRs via Petition
A citizen petition has forced Wilder, Idaho to vote on banning license plate readers — a rare direct-democracy check on surveillance tech.
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When Local Police Defend Flock Cameras, Ask These Questions
A Waller County panel of law enforcement leaders addressed whether Flock cameras amount to mass surveillance. Here's what residents should ask.
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Michigan Weighs Limits on How Long Flock Data Is Kept
A Michigan bill would cap retention of Flock ALPR data. Here's why data retention rules matter for your privacy.
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Knoxville Lawmaker Signals Possible ALPR Bill
A Knoxville-area lawmaker is hinting at license plate reader legislation. Here's why that matters and how to weigh in.
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Why Your County’s Law Enforcement Committee Meetings Matter
A raw meeting recording from Trempealeau County is a reminder: ALPR decisions are made in rooms like this one, open to anyone who shows up.
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When the Parking Lot Camera Reports to the Police
Grocery stores are quietly installing Flock license plate cameras that feed data straight to law enforcement. Here's what that means for you.
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