Chotzen backs proposed Oregon ban on Flock cameras
Oregon state representative for House District 46
“People don’t like it, they find it creepy, and they want to make sure that we’re protecting our rights to privacy.”
Source and context
Interview
About this source
Original reporting quotes Rep. Willy Chotzen directly and describes his work with Rep. Alek Skarlatos on possible 2027 legislation to prohibit Flock cameras statewide. The proposal had not been filed.
Before the quotation
Chotzen discussed the planned 2027 proposal and his constituents' privacy concerns with the Oregon Capital Chronicle.
After the quotation
He acknowledged tradeoffs between privacy and security and said his community wants stronger protection against surveillance.
How this statement is classified
Case context: Should Flock-style license-plate surveillance networks exist?
The label describes this statement’s response within the context above.
Why this label?
Chotzen is pursuing legislation that could prohibit Flock cameras statewide, so his position opposes their continued use. The proposal is not yet an introduced bill.
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Should Flock-style license-plate surveillance networks exist?
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