Sen. Josh Hawley introduces bill aimed at stopping abuse of Flock cameras
News Source : CBS News
News Summary
- The bill would regulate automated license plate readers by imposing stricter limits on data, security and search functions.
- The cameras have become a popular tool among local governments, businesses and law enforcement.
- Josh Hawley launched an investigation into Flock and other surveillance technology companies.
- Several bills have also been introduced in the House to limit camera usage or restrict federal funding for the surveillance tracking systems."Law-abiding Americans should not be treated like criminals," Hawley said in a statement.
Sen. Josh Hawley is unveiling legislation Wednesday to establish guardrails for Flock cameras and other artificial intelligencepowered surveillance technology, CBS News has learned.
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