Texas Halts State Funding for Flock Cameras | Amarillo News

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has halted state agencies from spending public funds on Flock Safety cameras, reversing course after revelations that auto insurance premiums were raised in 2023 to help pay for over 3,200 of these surveillance devices. While most cameras are funded by cities via federal grants, Abbott’s move targets any lingering state funding, citing mounting concerns over misuse. Several cities have already cut ties with Flock following reports of data abuse, including a police officer in Lufkin charged for allegedly mishandling footage. Flock insists its tech boosts public safety and supports responsible use, pledging stronger privacy measures like shorter video retention. Meanwhile, Senator Josh Hawley is investigating the company amid accusations of insufficient safeguards — prompting Flock to update its policies in response. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/02f5bc81dededd4f