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Gov. Abbott blocks state agencies from spending money on Flock cameras

Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ayden Runnels, Texas Tribune, as published by Houston Public Media · August 29, 2026 · 1 min read

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A spokesman for the governor confirmed a significant decision on Friday. The move involves a halt to state funding for certain cameras. Further details about this development are available from the source.

The order to stop funding was given on Thursday night. This decision affects the allocation of state money for a specific type of camera. More information about the governor's decision can be found through the source, which reported the spokesman's confirmation on Friday.

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Category: News · Published: August 29, 2026 · Source: Houston Public Media · Reading time: 1 min

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Gov. Abbott blocks state agencies from spending money on Flock cameras

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