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Florida Mandates Removal of Flock Cameras from State Highways, Triggering Widespread Law Enforcement Pullbacks
technology-and-policy1 month ago

Florida Mandates Removal of Flock Cameras from State Highways, Triggering Widespread Law Enforcement Pullbacks

The Florida Department of Transportation has revoked permits for automated license plate readers on state highways, requiring removal within 30 days. This move follows Governor Ron DeSantis’s concerns about surveillance and follows a national backlash against Flock Safety’s technology. Multiple Florida sheriff’s offices, including Jacksonville and Leon County, have suspended use of the cameras, citing public trust and state directives, despite acknowledging their investigative value.

via Business Insider|
#flock-safety#florida-department-of-transportation#license-plate-readers
Florida Governor DeSantis Orders Removal of Flock Cameras from State Highways
politics1 month ago

Florida Governor DeSantis Orders Removal of Flock Cameras from State Highways

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has ordered the removal of Flock Safety license plate reader cameras from all state highways within 30 days. The Florida Department of Transportation revoked permits for these devices, citing concerns over data privacy and misuse. While the order applies only to state roads, several local sheriff’s offices and counties have voluntarily ended their own programs. Flock Safety argues the technology is vital for public safety, while critics demand broader legislative restrictions.

via WCTV|
#flock-safety#florida-department-of-transportation#license-plate-readers
Florida removes rainbow crosswalks honoring Pulse victims amid political controversy
local-news1 year ago

Florida removes rainbow crosswalks honoring Pulse victims amid political controversy

Protesters in Orlando returned to restore the rainbow crosswalk outside Pulse nightclub, which was painted over by the Florida Department of Transportation due to non-compliance with regulations, as a symbol honoring the 49 victims of the Pulse massacre. The protesters used paint to re-establish the memorial, emphasizing its significance beyond mere decoration, while FDOT plans to build a permanent memorial nearby. The city has until September 4 to bring the crosswalks into compliance.

via WFTV|
#florida-department-of-transportation#local-news#orlando
DeSantis Allocates Funds for Transportation, Insurance, and Combating Antisemitism in Florida Budget
politics2 years ago

DeSantis Allocates Funds for Transportation, Insurance, and Combating Antisemitism in Florida Budget

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has proposed using the more than $570 million collected from the Hillsborough transportation sales tax, which was overturned by the Florida Supreme Court, for transportation projects in Hillsborough County instead of issuing a tax refund. The governor's proposed budget includes a directive for the funds to be sent to the Florida Department of Transportation, who will have until September to determine which projects to allocate the money to. Tampa Mayor Jane Castor expressed support for the proposal, stating that the city has significant transportation needs. The details of the plan are still being worked out, including whether mass transit will be included in the project prioritization.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#florida-department-of-transportation#hillsborough-county#politics
"Florida Governor Approves Use of Radioactive Material for Road Construction"
environment3 years ago

"Florida Governor Approves Use of Radioactive Material for Road Construction"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill into law allowing researchers to study road construction using phosphogypsum, a controversial material that contains small amounts of uranium and radium. The waste product, described as a radioactive material by the EPA, poses potential health risks, including an increased risk of cancer. The Florida Department of Transportation will conduct a study to assess the effects of phosphogypsum on workers, adjacent property owners, and the environment. The deadline for completing the study and making a recommendation is April 1, 2023. The EPA would need to approve any future requests for construction using phosphogypsum.

via WESH 2 Orlando|
#cancer-risk#environment#florida-department-of-transportation