# U.S. Senators Urge DOJ to Establish ALPR Guardrails

Georgia Senators Raphael Warnock and Katie Britt have formally requested the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to develop and implement federal guidelines, oversight mechanisms, and funding clarity for Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology. This action responds to concerns about misuse of ALPR systems by law enforcement agencies and aims to ensure compliance with federal statutes while protecting public trust. The Senators emphasize the need for DOJ-led training and policy frameworks to govern ALPR deployment nationwide.

- **Why this matters:** Federal procurement professionals should anticipate potential DOJ solicitations or contract opportunities related to ALPR system oversight, cybersecurity enhancements, and training programs.
- Vendors specializing in public safety technology, such as Flock Safety, may see increased demand for solutions that meet emerging federal standards and transparency requirements.
- Agencies and contractors should prepare for evolving compliance mandates and possible funding allocations tied to ALPR technology governance.
- This development signals a growing federal focus on balancing law enforcement capabilities with privacy and ethical use, impacting procurement strategies in surveillance and security technology sectors.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Public Safety
**Topics:** Cybersecurity
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of Justice (DOJ)
- U.S. Senate

### Vendors
- Flock Safety (prime contractor)

### Key Quotes
> We, therefore, write to request information about the Department of Justice27s (DOJ) funding and oversight of such systems to prevent such misuse and ensure compliance with applicable federal statutes and regulations.
> — Raphael Warnock, Senator

> Flock has an advanced cybersecurity program, and customers and the public should expect that from the public safety technology industry, along with transparency about what independent testing finds.
> — Chris Castaldo, Chief Information Security Officer, Flock Safety

### Sources
- [Georgia Senator calls on DOJ to establish ALPR guardrails nationally](https://www.onlineathens.com/story/news/state/georgia/atlanta/2026/09/22/georgia-senator-calls-on-doj-to-establish-alpr-guardrails-nationally/91888084007) - Online Athens