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NewsWMNF Tampa Community RadioSeptember 2, 2026Hillsborough

Governor DeSantis approved $4.6 million in state funding for local license plate readers

Governor Ron DeSantis authorized approximately $4.6 million in state funding for local law enforcement agencies to purchase license plate reader technology over the past year. This funding was approved despite the Governor's subsequent public opposition to the use of Flock Safety camera systems.

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Why It Matters

The funding impacts the surveillance capabilities of local law enforcement agencies across Florida by providing state-level financial support for automated license plate recognition technology.

Key Facts

  • Governor Ron DeSantis approved approximately $4.6 million in funding for local law enforcement agencies to acquire license plate readers.
  • The funding approvals occurred within the past year.
  • The Governor has publicly expressed opposition to Flock Safety camera systems despite the prior approval of state funds for such technology.

Who's Mentioned

personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida who approved the funding”organizationWMNF 88.5 FM“News outlet reporting the information”organizationFlock“Manufacturer of license plate reader cameras”