Federal Laws and Policy Programs
2 storiesFederal Laws and Policy Programs groups enduring U.S. statutes, federal funding frameworks, tax and labor rules, healthcare programs, environmental laws, transportation policies and other national mechanisms that can materially affect Michigan. The category is for specific laws, programs or policy concepts rather than federal agencies themselves. Farmington Voice coverage may use these entries when national rules change costs, eligibility, infrastructure, employment, environmental obligations or public services for Michigan residents and institutions. Individual laws and programs remain separate so their legal scope and practical effects are not blurred together.
22 States Challenge DHS Subpoena for Trucker License Data
A coalition of 22 states is seeking to block a federal subpoena that would give the Department of Homeland Security access to millions of commercial driver's license records, raising concerns about privacy and federal overreach
Flock Safety Cuts Data Retention as Cities Drop License Plate Cameras
Flock Safety is reducing its recommended data retention period and adding new oversight tools after more than 50 U.S. communities canceled or suspended use of its automated license plate reader cameras in 2026