Progressives unveil legislation cracking down on Flock cameras
Lawmakers have introduced legislation to restrict Flock cameras, which use artificial intelligence to read license plates. The bills would require warrants to access Flock data and would stop federal agencies from using the technology, while also pausing federal funding to state and local governments that have contracts with Flock. The push reflects growing concern about the surveillance network's scope.

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2 developments- Sep 30Sen. Josh Hawley introduces bill aimed at stopping abuse of Flock cameras
- Oct 2Progressives unveil legislation cracking down on Flock cameras
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5 viewpointsHawley to introduce 'Stop Flock Abuse Act' targeting AI-powered cameras
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5 viewpointsMissouri Sen. Josh Hawley issues bill to rein in AI-enhanced surveillance camera abuses
Hawley Unveils Bill to Rein In 'Nightmare' Abuse of AI-Powered Flock Cameras
Hawley’s Stop Flock Abuse Act Would Rein In License Plate Cameras Without Banning Them