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After Abbott’s order limiting Flock cameras, DPS to continue using its vast surveillance network
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Ayden Runnels, Texas Tribune , as published by Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS)
· September 4, 2026
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Key points After an inquiry from the Tribune, DPS announced that it will limit access to the network, restricting which agencies can use it. 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 DPS. After an inquiry from the Tribune, DPS announced that it will limit access to the network, restricting which agencies can use it.
Further details about the changes to the DPS Flock database and network access are available from the source, providing more information on the upcoming limitations and their impact.
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Category: News Published: September 4, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS) Reading time: 1 min
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