Stop Survillance City
January 2026
THERE IS NO legislation, regulation, or rulebook that will prevent sensitive data gathered by our city and state from being shared with the Department of Homeland Security.
Federal agencies will always find a way to get what they want, either by legal or illegal means, and they will use this data for kidnapping and harming our neighbors.
The only way to prevent data from being accessed is to not collect it in the first place.
➔ Tell your WA State Legislators to ban ALL use of Automatic License Plate Readers.
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Dear Senators and Representatives,
I am writing to provide feedback on SB 6002 and HB 2332, which seek to provide guardrails on the use of Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) in Washington State.
While these bills attempt harm reduction, they ultimately fail to protect the us. Any collection and retention of ALPR data leaves an open door for invasive location tracking of vulnerable groups, including immigrant, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC communities, as well as those seeking reproductive or gender-affirming care.
We have seen time and again the lies of companies like Flock and Axon and Federal agencies regarding what data they’re sharing and accessing. We know that data from WA state agencies such as the Department of Licensing have already been shared with the Federal government for civil immigration actions in violation of the Keep Washington Working Act.
The dangers of ALPRs are severe. Please do not give away our safety to for-profit surveillance companies at the expense of community autonomy. I urge you to amend SB 6002 and HB 2332 to ban ALPR systems in Washington State.
Sincerely,
Read Stop Surveillance City's letter to legislators here, with many links to research on ALPRs.
➔ Tell the City of Seattle to cancel ALL police surveillance tech contracts.
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Dear Mayor Wilson,