Sanders, Ocasio-Cortez, Merkley Unveil Bill to Restrict Flock Cameras as Bipartisan Backlash Grows
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Updated · The Washington Post · Oct 2
Sanders, Ocasio-Cortez, Merkley Unveil Bill to Restrict Flock Cameras as Bipartisan Backlash Grows
1 articles · Updated · The Washington Post · Oct 2
Summary
Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Jeff Merkley introduced legislation to crack down on Flock license-plate-reader cameras, escalating scrutiny of the fast-spreading surveillance technology.
The bill is driven by concerns that law enforcement has abused Flock systems, which automatically capture and track vehicle license plates.
The proposal lands amid a bipartisan backlash in recent weeks, showing opposition to the cameras now extends beyond the Democratic left.
That widening push could intensify pressure on police agencies and policymakers to curb how automated plate-reader data is collected and used.