In a formal letter to CEO Garrett Langley, Hawley requested internal documents following reports of police misuse and arrests resulting from false positives, where the technology incorrectly identifies a person or vehicle.
This investigation represents a significant escalation in political scrutiny for the company, moving the debate over AI surveillance from local government disputes to a national level.
The network allows law enforcement to monitor vehicle movements across the country, yet Hawley contends that Congress never authorized the creation of such an extensive infrastructure.
The inquiry highlights a growing concern that private company policies currently serve as the only safeguards for the personal data of millions of Americans, prompting both Republican and Democratic lawmakers to question the lack of federal oversight.
Flock Safety has defended its technology, stating that its cameras have assisted in approximately one million investigations and helped locate 10,000 missing people.
The company expressed its intention to cooperate with the subcommittee to explain its privacy safeguards and the technical mechanisms of its platform.
Hawley is seeking specific records regarding camera accuracy, security protocols, and the company's financial agreements with local governments.
If the company does not comply with the request for information, the subcommittee may pursue a subpoena to compel the production of documents and testimony.