Texas halts new Flock camera permits on state roads at governor's direction

TxDOT, at Governor Abbott's direction, has paused issuing permits for new Flock and other automated license plate readers along state roads, though existing cameras, including over 900 operated by DPS, remain unaffected. The move signals a policy shift on surveillance technology in Texas, likely driven by privacy concerns, but its scope and duration are uncertain. This matters as it may set a precedent for other states and affect Flock's expansion in a key market.