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1019 FBI Wants to Buy Nationwide Access to License Plate Readers

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BeauHD @ Slashdot · 05/18/2026 19:00 EDT

FBI Wants to Buy Nationwide Access to License Plate Readers

The FBI is seeking up to $36 million for nationwide access to automated license plate reader (ALPRs) data, which could let it query vehicle movements across the U.S. and its territories through a commercial database. 404 Media reports: "The FBI has a crucial need for accessible LPRs to provide a diverse and reliable range of collections across the United States. This data should be available across major highways and in an array of locations for maximum usefulness to law enforcement," a statement of work, w

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