Texas Department of Transportation stopped issuing permits for Flock Safety automated license plate reader cameras on state rights-of-way on 17 September 2026. The freeze halts expansion of the camera network along state highways. Governor Greg Abbott’s administration simultaneously halted state grant funding for camera programs. Municipalities that relied on the funding began disabling cameras within days.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: Why did Texas stop issuing permits for Flock Safety cameras?
- A: The Texas Department of Transportation halted permits on 17 September 2026 and Governor Greg Abbott’s administration cut state grant funding for camera programs, freezing expansion along state highways.
- Q: What happens to existing license plate reader cameras in Texas?
- A: Municipalities that relied on state funding began disabling cameras within days of the funding halt.
- Q: What is Flock Safety?
- A: Flock Safety provides automated license plate reader cameras used for law enforcement and traffic monitoring on public rights-of-way.