Texas governor blocks funding for Flock cameras
By ยท Updated 2 Sep 2026
30 August 2026. [AI first draft. Verify every fact against the source before publishing.]
Texas Governor Greg Abbott moved to block state funding for Flock Safety automatic license plate reader cameras, according to reporting by The Washington Post. The decision generated criticism across party lines, though [verify: specific stated reasons for the block and which officials opposed it]. The funding mechanism and scope of the block remain unclear from available reporting [verify: whether this affects statewide programs, local grants, or specific contracts].
The move represents a significant intervention in municipal camera procurement. [Verify: whether Abbott acted through executive order, budget authority, legislative direction, or other mechanism, and the timeline for implementation.] Texas municipalities and counties have independently adopted Flock systems in recent years through various procurement processes.
Texas residents can check their local government websites for active Flock contracts, procurement records, and any council discussions about camera funding sources or program changes.
Read the original reporting: The Washington Post.