KERRVILLE, Texas - Automated license plate readers (ALPR) that use artificial intelligence to track vehicles on public roads are facing growing pushback across Texas.

Flock is one of the best-known companies operating the cameras, but other companies - including Leonardo and Vigilant - also provide similar technology.

Last week, Gov. Greg Abbott paused state funding for the purchase of more AI-powered cameras but did not order agencies to stop using the ones already in operation.