WASHINGTON — House Speaker Mike Johnson said Wednesday, Oct. 7, during a campaign stop in Mason, Michigan, that Congress is expected to take up legislation after the November elections that would restrict certain automated surveillance camera systems.
The proposal could affect law enforcement agencies in Iowa and elsewhere that use automated license plate readers or related camera technology, depending on whether the legislation becomes law and how local programs are funded.
Johnson, a Louisiana Republican, made the comments while appearing with Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Barrett. Asked about legislation involving Flock surveillance cameras and federal funding, Johnson told reporters the bills would be handled during the post-election session of Congress, according to Michigan Advance…