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Josh Shapiro and Greg Abbott Lead Bipartisan Push to Regulate or Ban Flock Safety Surveillance Cameras

Josh Shapiro and Greg Abbott have joined a growing list of political leaders seeking to regulate or ban Flock Safety cameras, an AI-powered nationwide network of automated license plate readers. While the technology is used by law enforcement to solve crimes and locate missing people, critics argue the pervasiveness of the cameras amounts to unconstitutional warrantless mass surveillance. Josh Shapiro and Greg Abbott have taken distinct actions to address the issue. Josh Shapiro expressed support for a bipartisan bill to ban the cameras in Pennsylvania, while Greg Abbott ordered all state agencies to stop spending state money on Flock Safety cameras. Additionally, the administration announced that it is studying the issue of surveillance technology. The backlash against Flock Safety cameras has prompted action from both major parties. Republicans like Josh Hawley are investigating the company for alleged privacy violations and demanding answers on data retention and potential misuse. Meanwhile, far-left activists have joined the campaign against the cameras, viewing them as part of a broader critique of artificial intelligence and the construction of data centers. Despite the push for restrictions, Flock Safety remains a popular tool for law enforcement. The company claims its technology has helped solve approximately one million crimes and reunite over 10,000 missing people with their families.

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