A proposed contract expansion with Axon has been rejected due to concerns about AI-powered surveillance technology. The contract expansion was valued at $4.5 million.
The decision was made by a vote of 3-2, with the majority citing concerns about the technology. Further details about the proposal and the decision-making process are available.
The rejection of the contract expansion is a significant development, and more information can be found through the source.
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