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After Abbott’s order limiting Flock cameras, DPS to continue using its vast surveillance network

Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ayden Runnels, Texas Tribune, as published by Houston Public Media · September 4, 2026 · 1 min read

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Law enforcement agencies frequently search a database. Access to this network will be restricted to certain agencies. This decision was made after an inquiry from the Tribune.

The frequency of searches is high, occurring at regular intervals. Further information about the database and its use can be found through other sources, which may provide additional details about the surveillance network and its limitations.

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Category: News · Published: September 4, 2026 · Source: Houston Public Media · Reading time: 1 min

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Byline on source page	Ayden Runnels, Texas Tribune, as published by Houston Public Media
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Source published	Sep 4, 2026
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After Abbott’s order limiting Flock cameras, DPS to continue using its vast surveillance network

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