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Michaela Barnett
Coverage of Michaela Barnett in the Nexus archive.
- Tennessee’s Political Winds Appear to be Shifting on License Plate Readers
Congressman Tim Burchett proposed legislation in the U.S. House to prohibit federal agencies from using automated license plate readers (LPRs), a stance echoed by opponent Michaela Barnett. Growing public anger and local community opposition have stalled plans for citywide LPR deployment in Nashville, despite arguments from the Metro Nashville Police Department about safety benefits.