# Brief: Louisville rejects bid to disclose license plate reader locations  
**Published:** 2026-04-19T02:12:07.000Z  
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From The Lexington Times, Louisville Metro Council has voted down a proposal that would have required the city to publicly disclose where its license plate readers are located. The decision puts Louisville at odds with Lexington's approach to transparency on this issue. Here in Lexington, the city already publishes the locations of its license plate reading cameras online for residents to see. These automated systems scan and record license plates as vehicles pass by, typically used by law enforcement to track stolen vehicles or investigate crimes. While Louisville council members rejected the disclosure requirement, the exact reasons behind their vote weren't detailed in the reporting. The contrast highlights different approaches Kentucky cities are taking when it comes to balancing public safety technology with community transparency. Lexington residents can continue to find their city's camera locations through the official city website.

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