Texas stops issuing permits for Flock cameras along state roads
Summary
Texas has stopped issuing new permits for Flock automated license plate reader cameras on state roads, following an order by Governor Greg Abbott. Existing cameras remain in use, but no new cameras can be installed until further notice due to safety and privacy concerns.Key Facts
- The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has paused issuing permits for Flock cameras on state roads.
- This pause includes permits already approved but not yet installed.
- TxDOT does not install the cameras or access their data; it only approves permits.
- Over 900 Flock cameras are currently operated by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
- The move follows Governor Abbott’s order to stop state funding for Flock cameras.
- There were about 13,000 Flock cameras statewide in August, with many now shut down.
- Similar actions are being taken in other states, like Florida, where Governor Ron DeSantis ordered removal of such cameras.
- Privacy concerns and reports of misuse by police officers have caused cities and counties in Texas to unplug their cameras.
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