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Posted by: Azya Thornton on Dec 4, 2024

The Nashville Metro Council on Tuesday narrowly voted against a resolution to approve Fusus, a software program that would have allowed the Metro Nashville Police Department to access security camera footage from willing private business owners. The vote was 20-18, falling one vote short of the 21 needed for approval. According to the Nashville Banner, opponents of the legislation raised concerns about privacy and the potential misuse of footage by federal or state authorities. Business groups and Mayor Freddie O’Connell were among those advocating for the contract, urging council members to approve the technology.