New York legislators have until Friday to vote on the Keep Police Radio Public Act, ensuring media access to encrypted police radio channels for news coverage.
The bill is backed by lawmakers Mike Gianaris and Karines Reyes, aiming to compel the NYPD to allow media access and transparency in radio transmissions.
Despite NYPD officials' opposition to the bill, concerns about vetting journalists and delays in radio transmissions persist amidst encryption efforts.
While the NYPD plans to provide a transparency plan after the encryption program's completion in late 2025, recent precincts in Brooklyn have already been encrypted.
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