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After Abbott’s order limiting Flock cameras, DPS to continue using its vast surveillance network
Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk Ayden Runnels, Texas Tribune , as published by Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS)
· September 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The DPS has announced that it will limit access to this network, but details of the changes are not fully specified. Law enforcement agencies search the DPS Flock database frequently, with searches occurring on average once every four seconds.
Law enforcement agencies search the DPS Flock database frequently, with searches occurring on average once every four seconds. This database is part of a vast surveillance network used by the DPS. The DPS has announced that it will limit access to this network, but details of the changes are not fully specified.
This decision was made after an inquiry from the Tribune. Further information on the limitations and the future use of the Flock database is available from the source, providing more context on the DPS's surveillance network and access policies.
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Category: News Published: September 4, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS) Reading time: 1 min
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