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Flock off? Ron DeSantis says automated license plate readers 'out of control ...
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Fusion42 · 27 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is advocating for legislative action to limit automated license plate reader cameras like those from Flock Safety, citing concerns over civil liberties and the rise of a surveillance state. The push includes proposing legislation similar to New Hampshire's, which restricts use of these cameras on public roads and requires rapid data deletion.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Cybersecurity, and 6 sources have reported it between 26 Aug 2026 and 5 Sep 2026.
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DeSantis is setting the stage for tighter limits on automated license plate readers in Florida, creating a window to shape new privacy rules before laws harden. If you operate or supply these systems, expect a compliance pivot and new barriers to local market growth.
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6 sources · first reported 26 Aug 2026 · latest 5 Sep 2026
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