Senators Raphael Warnock of Georgia and Katie Britt of Alabama, representing both parties, are urging the Department of Justice to establish clear guidelines for state and local law enforcement regarding the use of automated license plate readers (ALPRs). The request comes amid increasing public concern and backlash over how the technology is being deployed across the country.
In a letter sent on Monday, the senators pressed Attorney General Merrick Blanche to provide direction aimed at preventing potential misuse of ALPR systems. The bipartisan effort highlights growing calls for federal oversight as privacy advocates and lawmakers express alarm over the expanding reach of license plate surveillance tools.
Interesting that they used the name Merrick Blanche. I think you meant Merrick Garland, right? Otherwise, decent coverage of the issue.
Finally, some bipartisan action on this. Privacy advocates have been sounding the alarm for years, and it is about time Congress stepped up.