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New York lawmakers vote to preserve media access to encrypted police radio communications

New York state lawmakers have passed a bill to preserve media access to police radio feeds as law enforcement agencies increasingly encrypt their communications.

New York lawmakers have voted to preserve media access to encrypted police radio communications, ensuring that journalists can continue to monitor and report on public safety incidents in real-time. The legislation, which passed with strong bipartisan support, requires law enforcement agencies to provide media outlets with access to encrypted radio channels, addressing concerns that encryption could hinder transparency and the public's right to know. The bill's passage comes amid a national trend of police departments encrypting their communications to prevent criminals from intercepting sensitive information, but it also sparked debates about balancing security with press freedom and public accountability.

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https://www.wcax.com/2025/06/06/new-york-lawmakers-vote-preserve-media-access-encrypted-police-radio-communications/