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Bastrop weighs Flock policy, shorter data retention

Published

18 August 2026

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regulatory

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Cybersecurity

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United States

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Fusion42 · 18 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

The city of Bastrop is considering a revised policy on the use of Flock Safety's automated license plate reader system, including shortening the data retention period from one year to 90 days to address community concerns about privacy and surveillance.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Cybersecurity, and 32 sources have reported it between 7 Aug 2026 and 22 Aug 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Local policy changes on surveillance technology data retention are tightening privacy requirements. Security tech founders must plan for shorter data windows to meet new city regulations and build trust locally.

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32 sources · first reported 7 Aug 2026 · latest 22 Aug 2026

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Cybersecuritydata-retentionprivacyautomated-license-plate-readerlocal-governmentregulatory-change